Ed Sheeran Tour Openers Quit in Solidarity with Macklemore Over Palestine Remarks

Multiple opening acts for Ed Sheeran's "Mathematics Tour" have withdrawn their participation in solidarity with rapper Macklemore. The decision comes after Macklemore was reportedly removed from the tour's lineup due to pro-Palestinian comments made during his performances at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

Finneas, brother of Billie Eilish, along with musical groups Lukas Graham and Beoga, and artist Aaron Rowe, announced their departures, citing a commitment to artists' freedom of expression. They stated that artists should not be silenced for speaking out on behalf of oppressed populations and expressed their support for Palestine and its people. The collective withdrawal highlights growing tensions surrounding political speech at major entertainment events.