09/14/2026
Very disappointed in him
Macklemore has officially been dropped from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's U.S. Loop Tour following controversy surrounding his recent pro Palestine statements onstage. While opening for Sheeran at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, Macklemore used part of his set to declare "Free Palestine," express solidarity with people in Gaza and the West Bank, and perform his protest song "Hind's Hall." The performances quickly sparked both support and backlash, with the Israeli-American Council launching a petition calling for his removal. According to tour promoter Messina Touring Group, several venues subsequently said they would not host shows with Macklemore on the lineup, leading organizers to remove him rather than risk cancellations affecting the rest of the tour. Macklemore has continued to stand behind his message, emphasizing that his advocacy is about peace, equality and Palestinian human rights and is not directed at Jewish people.