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Tearful Ed Sheeran apologises for ‘mistakes’ amid Macklemore Gaza row

ED SHEERAN has apologised for making “mistakes” amid a row over Macklemore being dropped from his tour following pro-Palestine comments.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 20

Watch Ed Sheeran’s concert statement in full as singer admits ‘mistakes’ over Macklemore tour row

Ed Sheeran opened his concert in Philadelphia last night with an emotional statement to fans, admitting he had made ‘mistakes’ in the handling of the controversy over his tour.

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran speaks out on stage at solo show following Macklemore controversy

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The Independent UK · Sep 20

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'Situation in Gaza is unjustifiable,' says Ed Sheeran as he addresses Macklemore 'Free Palestine' controversy

The English singer-songwriter opened his show sharing his opinions on Gaza, noting that while 7 October attacks were horrific, the Israeli response which killed countless women and children was “catastrophic” and “disproportionate”.

Euronews · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran cries as he addresses Palestine row on stage

Ed Sheeran opened his show in Philadelphia by directly addressing the row over Palestine he has found himself embroiled in.

BANG Premier · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran contemplated quitting performing in aftermath of Macklemore row

He opened the show admitting he had made ‘mistakes’ and condemning the conflict in Gaza as ‘catastrophic’.

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran breaks down in tears as he apologises to fans after Macklemore crisis engulfs tour

Emotional singer says he considered quitting as he returns to stage in Philadelphia amid huge controversy

Evening Standard · Sep 20

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'What is happening in Gaza is catastrophic and unjustifiable': Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore row on stage

Ed Sheeran on Saturday addressed the controversy surrounding rapper Macklemore's removal from his US tour, saying he could no longer “hide” how he feels about the Israel-Palestine conflict.

The Times of India · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran reveals stance on Gaza in emotional apology at first show since Macklemore fallout

Protesters gathered outside of Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia before Sheeran took the stage

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran admits ‘mistakes’ at first concert since Macklemore tour row

Ahead of the concert, attendees said they were sticking by the English musician.

Evening Standard · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza ‘unjustifiable’ in first show since tour plunged into turmoil

Pop star has faced boycott calls since rapper Macklemore was removed from tour after shouting ‘free Palestine’ at concert

The Guardian - AU · Sep 20

Ed Sheeran fans support singer at first concert since Macklemore tour row

Fans attending the concert in Philadelphia said they were sticking by the English musician.

Evening Standard · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran fans say singer ‘doesn’t deserve this’ after he cries on stage at first concert since Macklemore row

Fans attending the concert in Philadelphia said they were sticking by the English musician

The Independent UK · Sep 19

Damon Albarn warns fans ‘don’t ever be neutral’ amid Ed Sheeran tour row

The Blur and Gorillaz frontman held a Palestinian flag aloft during an Orlando concert as controversy continued around Macklemore’s removal from Ed Sheeran’s US dates.

BANG Premier · Sep 19

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We Got This Covered · Sep 19

Green Day refused to play without Pansy Division in 1994, and a viral video says Ed Sheeran ‘could have avoided all of the messy cleanup’

“You can't change the wind, but you can set your sails.”- Billie Joe Armstrong

The Independent UK · Sep 19

Macklemore celebrated in mural painted by Palestinian artists

A mural of rapper Macklemore has been painted in Gaza follwing his removal from Ed Sheeran’s tour after making comments in support of Palestine.

International Business Times UK · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran Makes Huge Philadelphia Show Change as Support Acts Drop Out Over Macklemore Drama

Ed Sheeran's Philadelphia concert has been moved from 5.30pm to 8pm after several artists withdrew from his Loop Tour following Macklemore's removal over pro-Palestinian remarks.

International Business Times UK · Sep 19

Jay-Z May Perform at Super Bowl Since 'Nobody Wants the Burden to Do the Show' Amid Macklemore Controversy

Jay-Z could perform at the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show in Los Angeles, according to an unconfirmed report, as the NFL and Roc Nation continue seeking a headliner.

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International Business Times UK · Sep 19

Hayley Williams Plays Famous Tracks by Artists Who Publicly Cited the 'Silencing of Macklemore' on Tour

Hayley Williams' New York playlist featured Macklemore and musicians who left Ed Sheeran's tour amid the widening Palestine dispute.

Salon · Sep 19

Kathy Griffin still won't stay silent

Nine years after her politicized exile, the comedian still has plenty to say — and so should other stars

The Independent UK · Sep 19

For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering

Macklemore's $1 million donation pledge is coming at a critical time for Palestinian relief nonprofits

The Guardian - UK · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran thought fans didn’t want artists to be politically engaged. He’s finding out how wrong he was

Twenty years ago, even Madonna faced radio blacklisting for being overtly political. But in our age of streaming, there’s less excuse for not speaking out, says Guardian columnist Jason Okundaye

The National (Scotland) · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran to face pro-Palestine protest amid Macklemore row as ticket prices plummet

PRO-PALESTINE protests are set to take place outside Ed Sheeran’s latest US concert following the removal of Macklemore from his tour.

Euronews · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran set to resume tour after Macklemore was controversially dropped for making pro-Palestine comments

Backlash against Sheeran started after he announced that the opening act of his US-leg of the tour, Macklemore, was dropped from the lineup after the American Rapper said “Free Palestine” on-stage at one of the events. Sheeran said the tour promoter was ultimately responsible for the decision.

Evening Standard · Sep 19

Ed Sheeran protegees Katseye 'cut ties' with star as Macklemore storm grows with protests planned at US show

Katseye, who have previously collaborated with Ed Sheeran, unfollow under-fire star as backlash builds with protests planned at his Philadelphia show

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