WorldPingUS rapper Macklemore has claimed he's been removed as Ed Sheeran's tour opener after saying "Free Palestine" during a gig.
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Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after pro-Palestine comments
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour following Palestine advocacy
Macklemore 'removed' from Ed Sheeran tour over 'Free Palestine' comment
Macklemore cut from Ed Sheeran tour for pro-Palestine stance
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran US tour after pro-Palestinian remarks
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Messina Touring Group, which promoted the tour, said that venues on the tour wouldn’t allow Macklemore to perform.
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Macklemore says he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US tour over his pro-Palestinian stance.
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Gillette Stadium owner cites concerns over Macklemore's rhetoric as reason for barring him from performances.
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WorldPingThe US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.
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WorldPingAmerican rapper Macklemore announced on Monday that he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after saying "Free Palestine" during a September 4 concert in New Jersey.
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Billionaire Patriots owner said he is committed to “ensuring that all events held at our venue do not provide a platform for hate speech.”…
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