Macklemore Launches 'Free Palestine' Tour After Tour Removal
American rapper Macklemore, whose real name is Ben Haggerty, announced a new series of concerts titled the "Free Palestine" tour after his removal from Ed Sheeran's US tour. This decision followed his pro-Palestinian performance, which raised questions about artists' freedom to express political views.
Macklemore revealed his tour plans on Instagram, stating he would perform in Dublin, London, and Paris next month. He noted that his removal from Sheeran's tour was influenced by US venues that pressured Sheeran to drop him or face cancellations.
Macklemore alleged that Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots, rallied stadium owners against him after his remarks supporting Palestine. He described a growing shift among artists and audiences regarding Palestinian liberation and stated that proceeds from the tour would be donated to organizations supporting Palestinians.
Macklemore's performance at MetLife Stadium included pro-Palestinian imagery and a call for a "Free Palestine.".
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