Ed Sheeran says dropping Macklemore from U.S. concert tour was not his decision
Comments come as some of the British singer's supporting acts said they were quitting Sheeran's tour over Macklemore's ouster
All four of Ed Sheeran's opening acts have withdrawn from his Loop tour in solidarity with Macklemore over his pro-Palestine comments. Finneas, Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham, and Beoga all announced their departure on Tuesday, following Macklemore's removal from the remaining tour dates. Macklemore's comments during a speech in New Jersey on September 4, where he said "free Palestine," led to a petition from the Israeli American Council and objections from venue owners.
Sheeran stated that several stadium owners refused to host the shows if Macklemore remained on the bill.
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