Supporting Acts Withdraw from Tour Amidst Macklemore’s Removal Over Pro-Palestine Remarks
Supporting acts for Ed Sheeran's tour have withdrawn to express solidarity with Macklemore, who was removed from the lineup after making pro-Palestine comments during a concert. The decision to remove Macklemore was reportedly made by tour promoters after pressure from…
Pittsburgh, PA, September 16, 2026 —
Several artists providing support for Ed Sheeran’s current tour have announced their withdrawal from scheduled performances, citing solidarity with fellow musician Macklemore. Macklemore was reportedly removed from the tour’s lineup following pro-Palestine comments he made during a recent concert.
The artists who have pulled out in support of Macklemore include Finneas, Lukas Graham, Aaron Rowe, and the band Beoga. Their decision stems from the removal of Macklemore, which was reportedly prompted by pressure from tour promoters and venues.
While the specifics of the pressure were not detailed, reports indicate that the tour promoters were involved in the decision to remove Macklemore from the bill. Ed Sheeran has reportedly stated his personal stance on the matter, indicating that he does not wish to use his platform for political statements.
The exact timeline of Macklemore’s removal and the subsequent withdrawal of the supporting acts was not explicitly provided in the summary. The pro-Palestine comments were made during a concert, leading to the tour promoters’ reported decision regarding his participation.
The artists’ decision to withdraw underscores a response to the removal of Macklemore, highlighting a show of support within the music community concerning public statements made by performers. The tour is scheduled to continue with adjusted lineups following these withdrawals.
Story summarized from the original created by Bob D’Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk on www.wpxi.com, see more information here.
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