Ed Sheeran concert set to go ahead after outcry over Gaza
Summary
Ed Sheeran is expected to perform at a concert in Philadelphia despite several opening acts pulling out in support of Macklemore, who was removed from Sheeran’s US tour after saying “free Palestine” on stage. The controversy comes amid calls to boycott Sheeran’s tour because of his perceived role in limiting criticism of Israel during the ongoing conflict in Gaza.Key Facts
- Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US tour after expressing support for Palestine during a concert.
- Several opening acts, including Finneas, Lukas Graham, and Aaron Rowe, withdrew from the tour in solidarity with Macklemore and Palestinian causes.
- Ed Sheeran is scheduled to perform alone at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
- The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel (PACBI) has called for a boycott of Sheeran’s entire world tour.
- A pro-Palestinian rally is planned near the concert venue before the show.
- Artists in Gaza painted a mural of Macklemore with a Palestinian flag as a sign of gratitude for his support.
- Macklemore’s removal followed pressure from Robert Kraft, a pro-Israel billionaire who owns the stadium where Sheeran was to perform.
- Public support for Israel in the US has dropped to historic lows amid the war in Gaza, affecting political and cultural responses.
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