via BanksyMusic / NewsBanksy’s Palestine hotel is soundtracked by Massive AttackThe Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem features a piano bar with pre-recorded gigs by the group, as well as Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails and composer Hans ZimmerShareLink copied ✔️March 8, 2017MusicNewsText Anna Cafolla Banksy is opening the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem on the West Bank, a spot with “the worst view in the world” that looks out onto the barrier that separates Palestinian and Israeli territories. The art hotel features military barrack-themed rooms curated by artists, a museum and colonial-themed piano bar with original scores from Massive Attack, Nine Inch Nails, the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Hans Zimmer. The piano bar, open to people not staying in the hotel too, has an automated piano that plays pre-recorded gigs, with a different concert every evening. Original scores for the piano have been composed by 3D of Massive Attack, Atticus Ross, Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails and film composer Zimmer. A video of Elton John remotely playing an opening party has appeared on Banksy’s YouTube. Last year, Banksy opened Dismaland, a dystopian theme park in Weston-Super-Mare, with performances from Pussy Riot and Massive Attack. In a statement about the venture, the enigmatic artist said: “It’s exactly one hundred years since Britain took control of Palestine and started re-arranging the furniture – with chaotic results. “I don’t know why but it felt like a good time to reflect on what happens when the United Kingdom makes a huge political decision without fully comprehending the consequences.” Rooms at the hotel start at $30 a night for a budget stay. Some rooms have been designed by Banksy, as well as other artists such as Sami Musa and Dominique Petrin. Banksy, who fully financed the project, wants to keep the hotel open for a full year, and bookings will open from March 11. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.TrendingNike celebrates the culture of U.S. soccerAs the world’s biggest soccer moment approaches, Nike’s new Express Collection celebrates U.S. Soccer while continuing its legacy of investing in the culture of the gameFashionBeauty10 of the hottest Instagram accounts fusing art, sex and eroticaFashionIn pictures: Nike and Palace have redesigned England’s football kitArt & PhotographyMystical portraits of Mexico City’s queer youthMusicHow do you solve a problem like Michael Jackson?Film & TV7 films to watch if you loved Obsession Film & TV7 sex worker-approved films about sex workFashionIn pictures: Blood-curdling looks from London’s favourite Vampire BallLife & CultureWhy do we get the birthday blues?Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy