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All of Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour supporting acts quit after Macklemore dropped

Aaron Rowe, Finneas, Lukas Graham and Sheeran’s tour band Beoga all posted on social media that they had withdrawn from the tour.

Evening Standard · Sep 16

New Order's Gillian Gilbert shares cancer diagnosis

New Order's Gillian Gilbert has explained she and husband Stephen Morris have taken a step back from the band because she is "living with cancer".

BANG Premier · Sep 16

Finneas, Lukas Graham and more withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in wake of Macklemore row

Ed Sheeran's support acts Finneas, Lukas Graham, and Aaron Rowe, and backing band Beoga have pulled out of his tour after Macklemore was dropped from the bill.

BANG Premier · Sep 16

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Ed Sheeran Reveals Why Macklemore Was Really Dropped From Tour After Venues Threatened To Pull Shows

Ed Sheeran says Macklemore was removed from the US leg of their tour after venues threatened to withdraw upcoming concerts over the rapper's pro-Palestinian performances.

International Business Times UK · Sep 16

Ed Sheeran Tour Rocked by Mass Walkout as Finneas and Three Acts Quit After Macklemore Axe

Four supporting acts have withdrawn from Ed Sheeran's 'Loop' Tour after Macklemore was removed from US dates following pro-Palestinian remarks at concerts in New Jersey.

International Business Times UK · Sep 16

Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham and More Exit Ed Sheeran's 'Loop Tour' After Singer Addresses Macklemore Controversy

Aaron Rowe, Lukas Graham, Finneas and Beoga have left Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after Macklemore's removal, citing concerns over artistic freedom and support for Palestine.

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

All supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran’s tour in solidarity with Macklemore

Four openers and live band for Sheeran’s tour depart after removal of Macklemore over ‘free Palestine’ comments

The Guardian - US · Sep 15

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Ed Sheeran pins the decision to drop Macklemore from tour on promoter: ‘If we only focus on shouting the loudest, nothing will ever change’

"I have my personal views on this devastating conflict."

We Got This Covered · Sep 15

Artists touring with Ed Sheeran quit over rapper’s removal amid Palestine row

US rapper Macklemore was removed from Sheeran Loop Tour and vocalising support for Gaza.

Evening Standard · Sep 15

All supporting acts quit Ed Sheeran’s tour after Macklemore is dropped over Palestine comments

The artists announced they were pulling out of the tour hours after Ed Sheeran broke his silence on the controversy

The Independent UK · Sep 15

Pressures of fame have made me, says Lisa

BLACKPINK star Lisa has reflected on the pressures of fame.

BANG Premier · Sep 15

Oasis Announce 2027 Comeback Dates but Noel Gallagher Shuts Down New Music Hopes

Oasis have announced a 38-date world tour for 2027, including four Knebworth shows, while Noel Gallagher has confirmed the reunited band will not release new music.

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

Ed Sheeran says it was not his decision to remove Macklemore from tour

Sheeran said that he had ‘spent this week trying to build bridges’.

Evening Standard · Sep 15

Ed Sheeran says dropping Macklemore over rapper's pro-Palestinian comments was 'promoter’s decision'

Ed Sheeran has addressed the removal of rapper Macklemore as his opening act after the rapper made pro-Palestinian comments during a performance

The Independent UK · Sep 15

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The Guardian - US · Sep 15

Ed Sheeran responds to backlash over removing Macklemore from tour after ‘Free Palestine’ comments

English singer outlines his position after US stadium owners refuse to let rapper perform after political speech

Evening Standard · Sep 15

New Order keyboardist Gillian Gilbert says she is ‘living with cancer’

The 65-year-old has thanked people for their ‘kind words and well wishes’.

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

Ed Sheeran Breaks Silence on Macklemore Being Dropped from Tour: 'It Was the Promoter's Decision, Not Mine'

Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore's U.S. tour removal after venues said concerts could not proceed with the rapper on the line-up, putting the decision with the promoter.

International Business Times UK · Sep 15

Charli XCX Explains Limited 2027 UK and European Tour Schedule as Six Dates Are Confirmed for February

Charli XCX has defended her limited UK and European tour dates, saying touring takes a significant emotional and physical toll as she continues to address mental health struggles.

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Evening Standard · Sep 15

Band who joined Oasis at Knebworth in 1996 would ‘love’ to return for Live 27

Ocean Colour Scene played some of their best known hits such as The Day We Caught The Train and The Riverboat Song.

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Taylor Swift spent years rebuilding her music empire after losing her first 6 albums; in 2025, she finally bought back the original masters

Taylor Swift acquired the master recordings of her first six albums. She purchased these original masters from Shamrock Capital in May 2025. This acquisition included music videos and other associated materials. Swift had previously begun re-recording these albums as Taylor's Version. She had not yet released Taylor's Version editions for…

Evening Standard · Sep 15

Oasis 2027 Knebworth gigs: London train times, hotel prices and taxi fares - as two more shows added

Here’s all you need to know if you’re hoping to secure a ticket to the band’s six-gig residency in Hertfordshire

The Independent UK · Sep 15

American Pie singer Don McLean announces final UK and Ireland tour

The 80-year-old musician will peform eight dates on ‘The Farewell Tour’ which begins in May next year

The Independent UK · Sep 15

Macklemore supported by major artists following removal from Ed Sheeran tour for Palestine stance

Kneecap, CMAT, Paloma Faith, Garbage, Zara Larsson and Greta Thunberg have all offered their support to the rapper

Evening Standard · Sep 15

Don McLean announces his final UK and Ireland concerts for 2027

The American Pie singer will perform eight dates on The Farewell Tour, beginning in Glasgow on May 11 and ending in London on May 22.

The Independent UK · Sep 15

The most important thing about the 2027 Oasis tour

MUSIC: The rock band have announced ticket prices for their next tour, in what feels like a sincere attempt to make up for their 2025 controversy. Roisin O’Connor looks at what exactly has changed this time

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