NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 16, 2026Miami-Dade County
Four supporting acts quit Ed Sheeran tour following Macklemore's removal over pro-Palestinian remarks
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Four supporting acts—Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham, and Finneas—abruptly withdrew from Ed Sheeran's North and South American tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from the lineup after making pro-Palestinian comments onstage. Sheeran stated that the promoter and venues made the decision to remove Macklemore, while the departing artists cited solidarity with Palestine and objections to silencing political speech.
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Fans holding tickets for upcoming tour dates face significant changes to the concert lineups across remaining U.S. and South American stops.
Key Facts
- Four supporting acts—Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham, and Finneas—quit Ed Sheeran's tour in solidarity with rapper Macklemore.
- Macklemore was dropped from the Loop Tour after shouting 'Free Palestine!' and performing his protest song 'Hind's Hall' at MetLife Stadium.
- Ed Sheeran stated that removing Macklemore was the sole decision of the tour promoters and venues, not his own.
- Macklemore stated that several U.S. venues refused to let him perform due to pressure rallied by Patriots owner Robert Kraft.
- Robert Kraft stated that canceling Macklemore resulted from his recent comments and a broader history of antisemitic rhetoric.
- Ed Sheeran's tour is scheduled to resume on Saturday in Philadelphia with remaining stops including Gillette Stadium, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Lucas Oil Stadium.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationBeoga“Irish folk band that withdrew from the tour.”PersonAaron Rowe“Irish supporting act who withdrew from the tour.”PersonFinneas“Musician and collaborator who withdrew from upcoming South American tour dates.”PersonMacklemore“Rapper dropped from the tour after making pro-Palestinian comments.”locationMetLife Stadium“Venue in New Jersey where Macklemore performed.”PersonEd Sheeran“Tour headliner whose supporting acts withdrew.”PersonBillie Eilish“Mentioned as Finneas's sister.”locationLucas Oil Stadium“Upcoming tour stop in Indianapolis.”PersonRobert Kraft“Owner of the New England Patriots and Gillette Stadium, linked to Macklemore's r”OrganizationLukas Graham“Danish band that withdrew from the tour.”OrganizationMessina Touring Group“Tour promoter.”locationMercedes-Benz Stadium“Upcoming tour stop in Atlanta.”locationGillette Stadium“Venue owned by Robert Kraft's group.”