Macklemore announces his own Free Palestine tour: 'I didn't need 10 shows from Ed. I needed two'
Dubai: Ten days after being removed from Ed Sheeran's US tour, Macklemore has announced a tour of his own, and named it after the phrase that got him dropped. The Free Palestine Tour opens in Dublin on 26 October, followed by Paris on 29 October and London on 30 October. All proceeds will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, and further dates, including US shows, are expected.
Macklemore, whose real name is Ben Haggerty, has announced his own "Free Palestine Tour" after being removed from Ed Sheeran's US tour. The tour opens in Dublin on October 26, followed by Paris on October 29 and London on October 30. All proceeds will go to organizations supporting Palestinians, and additional US shows are expected.
Macklemore stated on Instagram that his schedule freed up, and he expressed that something had shifted in the last three years, with a collective awakening around Palestinian liberation and the power of billionaires attempting to censor calls for Palestinian liberation. He emphasized the need for artists to show up, educate themselves, and be in community during genocides.
Macklemore described the situation as bigger than one artist or one stage, urging everyone to pay attention when billionaires hold power over which voices are heard. The three announced shows will take place at the 3Arena in Dublin, Accor Arena in Paris, and OVO Arena Wembley in London. A presale opens on September 28, with a general sale following on September 30.
Live Nation describes the run as bringing Macklemore together with artists and friends for performances centered on Palestine and Palestinians, intended to provide humanitarian aid and support.
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