Kanye West Sparks Outrage with Controversial Casting Call for New Choir

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Kanye West has once again ignited backlash after announcing an open casting call for his latest project, a choir known as "The Hooligans." The 47-year-old rapper, already under intense scrutiny for his previous anti-Semitic remarks, shared the details of the audition on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday night, sparking widespread outrage.

 

"THE HOOLIGANS Open casting call for volunteers," the post read. "Ye is putting together a hooligan choir to give the sound of the Vultures number one song Carnival." However, the eligibility criteria quickly raised eyebrows. "Those interested in joining must be men and fit. NO FAT PEOPLE," the announcement specified.

 

Further adding to the controversy, the casting call required participants to have "the skin complexion of Sean Combs and darker." This exclusionary requirement drew immediate criticism, with many accusing West of engaging in discriminatory behavior.

 

West, who has been a vocal supporter of Sean 'Diddy' Combs despite the latter facing federal charges of racketeering and sex trafficking, even featured what appeared to be a recorded conversation between them in his latest track, Lonely Roads Still Go to Sunshine.

 

The choir members are also required to have shaved heads or be willing to shave them if selected. However, the most shocking detail was the final stipulation: they "MUST BE COMFORTABLE WEARING SWASTIKAS." West, who has faced condemnation for his previous remarks about Hitler and Nazis, introduced a line of T-shirts featuring swastikas in February, further fueling concerns over his extremist rhetoric.

 

The response to the casting call was swift and harsh. While some mocked the unusual requirements, others expressed outrage. "Not dark or skinny enough, damn," one person sarcastically remarked.

 

Another furious commenter wrote, "This is straight-up clown behavior. If you’re begging for attention this hard, you’ve already lost. Swastikas? Fat-shaming? Obsessing over skin color? You sound like a joke trying way too hard to be edgy. Nobody with self-respect would waste their time on this garbage."

 

A particularly scathing response read, "JEWISH lives matter, BLACK lives matter, fk slavery, fk yo NARCISSISM and also—son—f**k you."

 

The outrage extended beyond social media, with Anti-Defamation League (ADL) CEO and National Director Jonathan Greenblatt strongly condemning West’s actions. Speaking to Daily Mail, Greenblatt stated, "There is no excuse—none—for praising Hitler. Glorifying a genocidal dictator with swastika merch is not 'edgy' or 'controversial.' When someone with Kanye’s influence spreads Nazi glorification, it emboldens extremists. It’s unacceptable and downright dangerous."

 

West’s actions continue to alienate fans and industry professionals alike, with many questioning whether his behavior is a calculated attempt to stay in the public eye or a genuine descent into extremism. Regardless, the backlash against his latest move shows no signs of slowing down.

 

Based on a report by Daily Mail  2025-03-19

 

 

[hotsun]

Kanye west, singlehandedly making the world worse for all blacks. Possibly worse than obama

[HappyExpat57]

I truly hate this gay fish, but for better or for worse, he can call his casting requirements as he sees fit. People who want to watch his trash will, and the rest of the normal world will ignore it.

[blaze master]

My video my choice. 

 

I've seen job ads in Canada specifically saying who can apply. Saw an ad in rbc that said black entrepreneur loans

 

No difference.

[Watawattana]

I go no objection to his casting call.  His choice.  People don't have to go.  I hope nobody does.

[Purdey]

Not sure anyone can dictate what and who an artist wants in his choir.

[HappyExpat57]

3 hours ago, Purdey said:

Not sure anyone can dictate what and who an artist wants in his choir.

Andres Serrano's artwork “Piss Christ,” a 1987 photograph depicting a crucifix submerged in the artist's urine, was considered art. Probably enjoyed by the same type of folks who watch Kardashians or follow that gay fish.

[theshu25]

This idiot has to be the missing link surely.

[Cameroni]

"Must be comfortable wearing swastikas"

 

Hahahahahahahaha.

 

You gotta love Kanye.