Max HeyraudJust moments ago, Boiler Room announced its return to Dublin next week with a free show from 7pm to 11pm at an undisclosed venue. However, the post was removed within five minutes amid backlash over Boiler Room’s corporate ownership.
Boiler Room is owned by Superstruct Entertainment, which was acquired in 2024 by private equity firm KKR. Critics have highlighted KKR’s investments in defence, technology, and companies linked to Israeli settlements, leading to ongoing boycott campaigns against businesses connected to the firm.
The event was posted across Boiler Room’s social media channels, with UK headliner Riordan scheduled to perform alongside special guests. The show is due to take place next Thursday at an undisclosed location, with RSVPs remaining open at the time of writing. The announcement read: “Dublin! It’s your turn.”
The post was quickly met with backlash from members of the local community. Many users responded with Palestinian flags in the comments, while others stated that they did not want Boiler Room hosting events in Dublin.
Boiler Room has continued to hold events in major cities around the world since boycott calls intensified in January 2025, but the dance music platform has not returned to the Republic of Ireland during that period. This announcement marked its first attempt to do so and was met with strong opposition in a country that has been particularly vocal in its support for Palestine.
Boiler Room has faced boycott calls from some artists, DJs, and fans following its acquisition by Superstruct Entertainment. Critics argue that KKR’s investments are incompatible with Boiler Room’s long-standing public support for Palestinian causes. As a result, a number of artists have withdrawn from Boiler Room events, while activists have encouraged audiences to boycott the brand.
Boiler Room has not responded to the backlash from the Dublin show.
