Ed Sheeran Speaks Out About Dropping Macklemore From Tour
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Ed Sheeran expressed dismay over the Israel-Palestine conflict and clarified that Macklemore's removal from his U.S. Loop tour was the promoter's decision due to venue pressures, not his own.
- Sheeran emphasized his commitment to unity and non-political performances, stating he uses his platform to create a safe space for fans rather than engage in political discourse.
- Macklemore made pro-Palestine statements during opening performances at MetLife Stadium, which led to backlash including a petition from the Israeli American Council and calls for his removal from the tour.
- The tour promoter, Messina Touring Group, announced Macklemore's ejection after venues threatened to cancel upcoming shows if he remained on the lineup, impacting multiple scheduled performances.
- Both Macklemore and Patriots owner Robert Kraft, implicated in the controversy, called for peace and understanding despite their differing views on the incident.
