After Mahmood, Mara Sattei also left the New Year's Eve concert scheduled at the Circus Maximus in Rome.
“Given the decisions made regarding the New Year's Eve in Rome, I too will not take part in the event,” writes the singer in an Instagram story. “I don't think it's right to prevent an artist from performing, depriving him of his freedom of expression.”
There were three artists announced. After the controversy over his lyrics, Tony Effe was excluded by the will of the Capitol. “It's not censorship,” said Mayor Gualtieri, “but it's inappropriate to use citizens' resources to host him,” as his texts are divisive.
After the exclusion of Tony Effe, a few hours ago the other announced artist, Mahmood, also announced that he will not participate in the concert: «I am firmly convinced that any form of art can be discussed and criticized, but there must be no censorship» .
