Slowthai ‘quietly removed from line-ups’ for Glastonbury and Reading and Leeds festivals

British rapper Slowthai has reportedly been pulled from the lineups of several upcoming UK festivals after being accused of rape.

Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds and Parklife are among the events that have removed the artist’s name from their posters.

The 28-year-old musician, real name Tyron Frampton, was released on bail at Oxford Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday.

He is due back in court next month and faces two counts of rape, following an alleged incident in Oxford in September 2021.

Slowthai denied the allegations in a statement shared on his official social media accounts.

“Regarding the allegations that have been reported about me: I categorically deny the allegations,” he wrote. “I am innocent and I am confident that my name will be cleared. Until then I will apply my energy to making sure this ends quickly and correctly.

“I ask that my supporters do not comment on this situation and respect the process and my family’s privacy at this time.”

While Slowthai’s name has apparently been removed from the posters at Glastonbury and Reading and Leeds, neither festival has yet issued a statement on the situation.

The Independent has contacted both festivals for comment.

Slowthai were also due to play London’s Wembley Arena in July, supporting Blur. The website for this event still lists him as a performer at the time of writing.

He released his Mercury Prize-nominated debut album Nothing great about Britainin 2019.

His latest record, UGLYwas released in March of this year.

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