Danish rapper Benny Jamz removed from Grøn concert poster after court conviction

Danish rapper Benny Jamz will not perform at the Grøn concert series this summer after being sentenced to three months in prison for threats and knife possession. The decision was made by organizers Tuborg and Muskelsvindfonden.

Benny Jamz, whose real name is Benjamin Jacob Small Heyn-Johnsen, was convicted in the Frederiksberg Court on Wednesday. He has appealed the verdict to the high court.

"In light of Benny Jamz's ongoing legal case, we have decided that he will not be part of Grøn this summer," said Theis Petersen, fundraising manager at Muskelsvindfonden. "We do not know the final outcome of the legal proceedings, but we have assessed that this is the best solution for everyone."

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In light of Benny Jamz's ongoing legal case, we have decided that he will not be part of Grøn this summer.

The 32-year-old artist is one of Denmark's most popular musicians, known for hits like "Ibiza" and "Reposado." Last year, he was the fifth most-listened-to artist on Spotify in Denmark and has frequently played large, sold-out concerts. He also performed on the Orange Stage at Roskilde Festival in 2025.

Grøn is currently working to find a replacement for Benny Jamz, with the new artist to be announced soon. The concert series tours Denmark from July 16 to July 26, with tickets selling out in a record five days. Benny Jamz is also scheduled to perform at Smukfest, which has not yet announced whether he will still be included in their lineup.

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We do not know the final outcome of the legal proceedings, but we have assessed that this is the best solution for everyone.