Top Star’s U.S. Tour in Chaos After Every Support Act Quits:
Ed Sheeran defended his decision to keep politics out of his shows as Macklemore hit back.
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Mackemore’s Removal Prompts Support-Act Withdrawals From Sheeran TourFinneas, Beoga, Aaron Rowe and Lukas Graham announced withdrawals; Sheeran says he did not decide Macklemore’s removal.
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- Macklemore was removed after two New Jersey shows, where he made pro-Palestinian statements.
- Robert Kraft confirmed blocking Macklemore from his venue, citing alleged hate speech and a broader history of antisemitic rhetoric.
- Sheeran said Messina Touring Group made the decision; the promoter cited multiple venues potentially refusing Macklemore.
- Sheeran defended avoiding politics because his concerts should provide a safe, neutral space for a diverse audience.
Money doesn’t give you the right to own the conversation. Nobody’s bank balance should decide who gets to speak or which suffering we’re allowed to acknowledge.— Lukas Forchhammer, lead singer of Lukas Graham, in a social media post.
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