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Whether it's banning books or preventing artists from touring, silencing often backfires

If the goal was to silence rapper Macklemore by preventing him from touring with singer Ed Sheeran, it clearly backfired. Macklemore delivered a monolog in support of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank and performed his pro-Palestinian protest song "Hind's Hall" during a Sept. 4, 2026, concert at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where he was an opening act for Sheeran.

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Oct 5, 2026 · byPhys.org

Zach Bryan Breaks Gillette Stadium’s Attendance Record While Wearing “Free Palestine” Shirt

The singer's performance came weeks after Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft's controversy with Macklemore, who was dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour over his pro-Palestine speeches.

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Oct 4, 2026 · byThe Hollywood Reporter

Ed Sheeran Taps Former Fray Singer Isaac Slade as Surprise Atlanta Opener After Opening Acts Quit

Slade's appearance comes amid the controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from the Loop Tour and the departure of several opening acts.

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Oct 4, 2026 · byBillboard

Zach Bryan Wears ‘Free Palestine’ Shirt While Headlining Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium; Drummer Honors Slain Palestinian Girl

Macklemore may have been barred from saying “Free Palestine!” at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium — and indeed, from anywhere else on Ed Sheeran’s tour, as that headliner agreed with Kraft that the controversial rapper should be removed from the opening slot on all the shows he was booked for. But it was probably inevitable that, […]

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Oct 3, 2026 · byVariety

Zach Bryan Wears ‘Free Palestine’ Shirt During Concert at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium: “Some Things Are Bigger Than Music, Fame and Public Approval”

The performance follows Gillette Stadium owner Kraft's prior controversy with Macklemore over his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour due to his pro-Palestinian statements.

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Oct 3, 2026 · byThe Hollywood Reporter

Zach Bryan dons ‘Free Palestine’ shirt at Gillette Stadium after Macklemore block

Country singer Zach Bryan wore a shirt with the words “Free Palestine” on it during a Friday concert at Gillette Stadium. This follows the stadium owner’s decision to block Macklemore from performing at the venue because of his pro-Palestine advocacy. Last month, Macklemore said he was removed from Ed Sheeran’s tour after Robert Kraft, the…

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Oct 3, 2026 · byThe Hill

Zach Bryan Wears ‘Free Palestine’ Shirt at Gillette After Owner Robert Kraft Banned Macklemore

The billionaire owner banned Macklemore from his stadium after the rapper's onstage statements in support of Palestinians

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Oct 3, 2026 · byRolling Stone

Zach Bryan Dons “Free Palestine” Shirt For Concert At Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium

Following Robert Kraft’s campaign against Macklemore, Zach Bryan made a statement with his performance at Gillette Stadium. During Friday’s stop at the Kraft-owned venue for his With Heaven on Tour, the Grammy winner stepped onto the stage with a “Free Palestine” shirt after Kraft and other venue owners pressured Ed Sheeran to drop Macklemore from […]

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Oct 3, 2026 · byDeadline

Zach Bryan Wears 'Free Palestine' Shirt at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium

Zach Bryan is making a pretty loud statement at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium … hitting the stage in a "Free Palestine" shirt …. just one week after the venue was at the center of Ed Sheeran's Macklemore controversy. Bryan performed Friday…

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Oct 3, 2026 · byTMZ

Bono Said When U2 Worked With Ed Sheeran on ‘Yours Eternally,’ Singer Asked, ‘You’re Not Going To Get Me Into Politics, Are You?’

The Rock Hall of Famer said he didn't want to "personalize" the recent fallout between Sheeran and Macklemore over the rapper's pro-Palestine statements.

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Oct 1, 2026 · byBillboard

Macklemore Says Free Palestine Tour “Sold Out Immediately”

This comes after the rapper was dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour over his pro-Palestine remarks.

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Oct 1, 2026 · byThe Hollywood Reporter

Macklemore Says ‘Free Palestine’ Tour ‘Sold Out Immediately’: ‘Art Will Always Be a Form of Resistance’

All three dates in Dublin, Paris, and London have sold out

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Sep 30, 2026 · byRolling Stone

Macklemore Says His Free Palestine Tour ‘Sold Out Immediately,’ Teases ‘Lineups Coming Soon’

The rapper's three-date European run is set to feature "Macklemore and Friends."

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Sep 30, 2026 · byBillboard

The Format Is Back After Two Decades Away — and This Time, They’re Writing Protest Anthems

Nate Ruess and Sam Means talk activism, Macklemore, and their first album in 20 years

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Sep 30, 2026 · byRolling Stone

Macklemore Says His 'Free Palestine' Concerts Are Sold Out

Macklemore's "Free Palestine Tour" is a hot ticket ... with the rapper announcing all three shows have already sold out ... just hours after tickets went on sale. Macklemore shared the news Wednesday, saying the Dublin, Paris and London dates are…

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Sep 30, 2026 · byTMZ

Despite popular narratives, free speech is working in Macklemore’s favor

Despite objections that a billionaire’s wealth shouldn’t “decide who gets to speak,” the system actually worked pretty well.

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Sep 28, 2026 · byThe Hill

Ed Sheeran Gillette Stadium Concerts Canceled

The singer's shows tonight and tomorrow in Foxborough, Massachusetts have been axed due to a nor'easter forecast to hit the East Coast. Stadium owner Robert Kraft had objected to former opening act Macklemore's "Free Palestine" statements before he was dropped from the tour.

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Sep 25, 2026 · byThe Hollywood Reporter

Ed Sheeran concerts at Robert Kraft stadiums cancelled over weather

Singer's tour has faced numerous setbacks after expulsion of rapper Macklemore over support for Palestine drew backlash.

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Sep 25, 2026 · byAl Jazeera

Ed Sheeran’s concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to severe weather

The singer was set to perform at Gillette Stadium as part of his Loop tour, which faces backlash over Macklemore’s removal following his pro-Palestinian comments Ed Sheeran’s concerts at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, have been canceled due to severe weather, adding further complication to a tour embroiled in controversy. On Friday, Sheeran’s tour promoter, Messina Touring, said : “Due to the severe weather warnings in place in Boston and across New England throughout the weekend and following consultation with local officials, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the Ed Sheeran concerts at Gillette Stadium.” Continue reading...

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Sep 25, 2026 · byThe Guardian

Nor’easter cancels Ed Sheeran concerts at Gillette Stadium after controversy over Macklemore, Palestine

Ed Sheeran has canceled his concerts at Gillette Stadium near Boston this weekend due to an incoming nor’easter storm. The canceled shows follow controversy after the artist Macklemore was dropped from the bill following his comments supporting the pro-Palestinian movement at a concert this month. Tour promoter Messina Touring said in an Instagram post that…

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Sep 25, 2026 · byThe Hill

Ed Sheeran loses nearly half a million Instagram followers amid Macklemore drama

Ed Sheeran was embroiled in controversy after dropping Macklemore from his tour over statements supporting Palestine

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Sep 25, 2026 · byThe Hill

Macklemore announces new tour to benefit humanitarian aid organisations in wake of Ed Sheeran controversy

The US rapper, who was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London next month. A North American run is to be announced.

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Sep 25, 2026 · byEuronews

US rapper Macklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran saga

PRESS REVIEW – Friday, September 25: There's anticipation and excitement in France as Pope Leo XIV embarks on the first papal visit to France in 18 years. It comes at a time of renewed Catholic faith among young French people. Also, we look at reactions after Italy's new legislation banning full-face Islamic headwear from schools. Plus: US rapper Macklemore announces a new "Free Palestine" tour that will raise funds for humanitarian groups.

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Sep 25, 2026 · byFrance 24

Ed Sheeran Shows at Robert Kraft's Gillette Stadium in Jeopardy Amid Macklemore Drama

Looks like Ed Sheeran will have to pull the plug on his two concerts at Robert Kraft's NFL stadium after all, but with all the controversy swirling around after Macklemore's firing ... it's actually Mother Nature forcing Ed's hand. The singer was…

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Sep 25, 2026 · byTMZ