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Macklemore Launches Free Palestine Tour Following Ed Sheeran Controversy

After being removed from Ed Sheeran's tour, Macklemore announces a Free Palestine tour to support humanitarian causes.

25 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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US rapper Macklemore has announced a new tour titled the 'Free Palestine Tour' after being dropped as the opening act for Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour. The decision to remove Macklemore came after he made pro-Palestinian comments during a performance in New Jersey earlier this month.

Following his removal, Macklemore stated that his new tour would benefit organizations supporting the Palestinian people and movement. He emphasized the importance of addressing political issues, stating, 'being apolitical during a genocide doesn’t work.'

The Free Palestine Tour will include concerts in Dublin, Paris, and London next month, with additional North American dates expected to be announced. This series of shows aims to raise funds for humanitarian causes in Palestine, featuring collaborations with various musicians and friends.

The backlash against Sheeran in Ireland has been notable, with criticism directed at the singer for his handling of Macklemore’s remarks. The public discourse around the event has highlighted differing views on artistic freedom and political expression in music.

Various media reports have covered Macklemore's new tour announcement, detailing the concert schedule and charitable objectives. Multiple outlets confirm that proceeds will go to support those affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine, reflecting the artist's commitment to the cause.

As the situation develops, both Macklemore's comments and Sheeran's decisions continue to spark discussions within the music community and among fans, particularly in relation to how artists navigate political issues in their performances.

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