The artist from Peja, Besart Kelmendi, known by the nickname “Gjesti,” has been placed in detention for one month on charges of threats, intimidation, and illegal possession of a weapon.
Before the court, he stated that the actions he is suspected of committing were done in an emotional state and he apologized for the incident.Gjesti’s arrest and court appearance came after the artist was involved in a conflict that escalated at his former record label.
According to reports, Gjesti had been denied financial and authorship rights related to his music projects, which reportedly angered him.Defending him and confirming the same narrative, his current management – Three60 – has also spoken out.Through a post on social media, the company shared the message: “Darkness cannot defeat color.
”“Every artist deserves the freedom to create and share their voice with the world. Over the past months, Gjesti has faced repeated challenges that threatened that freedom,” the company said in its statement.
This is the full statement:Every artist deserves the freedom to create and share their voice with the world. Over the past months, Gjesti has faced repeated challenges that threatened that freedom. However, his spirit, his colors, and his dedication to his art remain unshaken.This is a difficult period, but it is not one he faces alone. As a label, we stand firmly beside Gjesti and will not remain silent. We will continue to work tirelessly to protect his rights, defend his freedom, and challenge the injustices he has faced along the way.We remain committed to doing everything in our power to ensure that justice prevails and that his voice and art are never taken away from him.True art cannot be contained.
Creative freedom may be stolen — but not the spirit behind it.
