Australian rock band Hoodoo Gurus have publicly criticized politician Pauline Hanson for playing one of their songs at a rally against immigration.
On Tuesday, the band publicly criticized the senator online for using their song, “What’s My Scene,” when she appeared at events. They objected to her using their music in this way.
The band strongly condemned the use of their song by people they described as ‘wannabe fascists‘ at a rally in Brisbane on Australia Day, expressing their disgust at the situation.
We were very upset to learn that a far-right group, One Nation, used one of our songs at an event yesterday, according to a recent statement.
The band continued to slam Pauline, labelling her rhetoric as ‘toxic nonsense’.
The band stated that, like many Australians, they’ve always strongly disapproved of Pauline Hanson and her harmful rhetoric.
Okay, so after that whole thing, they decided to go after anyone even slightly connected to One Nation! Can you believe it? They basically said that if you even thought about supporting that party, you weren’t allowed to listen to any of our music – all ten albums, gone! It’s just… unbelievable. They’re trying to control what people listen to based on their politics! I’m absolutely furious, but also, like, obsessed with defending them – it’s just not right!
They publicly told her and her fans to stop listening to their music and supporting their band, making it clear they want no association with them whatsoever.
‘In fact, we wouldn’t p**s on you if you were on fire.’
The harsh post quickly received a flood of responses, with people both praising and criticizing the band.
Fans expressed their support online, with one writing on Facebook, ‘We’re with you!’ Another fan jokingly said they would wear a shirt from the group to their next event.
One fan shared their enthusiasm, saying they were heading to Spotify to download any Hoodoo Gurus songs they hadn’t already heard, and thanked the band for being genuine Australians.
One creative fan suggested the post could easily be turned into song lyrics.
Someone suggested the line about not helping even if someone was on fire would be a fantastic chorus, and encouraged Dave to write a song based on it.
Okay, so everyone’s losing their minds over this band, and honestly, I get it – they’re amazing! But… some people online are seriously upset with things they said. Like, calling it ‘disgusting’ is a bit strong, but yeah, a lot of fans are really angry about their comments. It’s a mess, honestly, but I still love them!
One fan expressed strong disapproval on Instagram, calling the post “absolutely disgusting” and lamenting what they see as a broader societal problem.
Everyone has their own political beliefs, and it’s never okay to wish harm on someone simply because you disagree with their views. It seems some people believe facing criticism as a fascist is somehow worse than actually wanting someone to die – which is a disturbing comparison.
Dean Wells, who appeared on Married At First Sight, strongly defended Pauline, harshly criticizing the band and labeling them ‘fascist clowns’.
Dean commented, saying he thought the band was amazing, but then added a contradictory statement, dismissing their music and expressing support for someone named Pauline.
‘You don’t understand Pauline, obviously. She is literally the opposite of fascist you clowns.’
One fan criticized the band’s remarks as childish, quoting their comment – “Wouldn’t p on you if you were on fire?” – and asking, “Are we back in high school?” They added that the behavior was inappropriate and disappointing, especially considering they’d been a fan since the 1980s.
Ugh, can you BELIEVE it? Some critic – honestly, they just don’t get it – was whining that our band standing up to One Nation and Pauline Hanson would somehow be bad for us. Like, seriously? It’s not about popularity, it’s about doing what’s RIGHT! They just don’t understand the message, they just want us to stay quiet and sell records. It’s infuriating!
Honestly, I’m just devastated! It’s not even about what they’re saying about One Nation, it’s how they’re handling everything. They’ve completely lost me, and I know so many others feel the same. The way they’ve been acting is just… awful. I can’t believe they’d behave like that, and it’s cost them a huge chunk of their fanbase, including me! It’s heartbreaking to watch.
We live in a democracy, so everyone has the right to their own opinion, even if others disagree.
People holding public rallies need to get permission and a license to play music by artists, as required by copyright law.
Daily Mail has reached out to Hanson for comment.
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