Macklemore has confirmed that all tickets for his upcoming tour dedicated to supporting Palestinians were quickly snapped up. The tour, known as the Free Palestine tour, will feature the four-time Grammy winner in Dublin, Paris, and London in October. Although the lineup of accompanying artists has not been disclosed yet, Macklemore assured fans that details will be revealed soon.
The announcement of the European tour came shortly after Macklemore was removed as the opening act for Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour. Expressing gratitude on Instagram, Macklemore praised the swift response to the tour and emphasized the importance of musicians standing in solidarity with Palestine to raise funds and showcase the power of collective action.
Despite inquiries about potential shows in Canada, Macklemore’s representatives have not provided any information. The upcoming shows, organized in collaboration with Live Nation, aim to support various Palestinian aid organizations, such as Gaza Soup Kitchen, Palestinian Youth Movement, Jewish Voice for Peace, and UNRWA USA.
The decision to drop Macklemore from Sheeran’s tour stemmed from threats by venue owners to cancel Sheeran’s performances if the rapper remained on the lineup, according to a statement from Messina Touring Group. Notably, Robert Kraft, chairman of The Kraft Group, played a significant role in the decision due to his ownership of Gillette Stadium and other sports teams.
Macklemore’s longstanding pro-Palestinian stance has been evident in his past remarks and performances on different platforms. Following the controversy, all other openers, including Sheeran’s backing band, withdrew from the tour. Sheeran addressed the situation during a show in Philadelphia, emphasizing that he never intended to be an activist musician.
Ultimately, the shows at Gillette Stadium were canceled due to adverse weather conditions. The Free Palestine tour has garnered significant attention and support, showcasing the music community’s commitment to advocating for causes like Palestinian aid and solidarity.
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