Instagram/Kanye West Music Kanye West's London return sparks major backlash. Mayor Sadiq Khan and Jewish groups condemn his Wireless Festival booking for 2026. April 2, 2026 AceShowbiz - Kanye West is set to return to London for the first time in over ten years with scheduled performances at the Wireless Festival, but the announcement has sparked swift disapproval from city officials. London Mayor Sadiq Khan has publicly distanced his administration from the rapper's upcoming shows at Finsbury Park, taking a firm stance against his participation in the event slated for July 10-12, 2026.