US rapper Macklemore has announced a series of concerts in support of the Palestinian cause, following his removal from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after making public pro‑Palestinian comments on stage.
The announcement came after Macklemore was dropped from the popular Loop Tour, a concert series headlined by singer‑songwriter Ed Sheeran. The rapper had spoken out in favour of Palestinian rights during a performance, prompting the tour organisers to remove him from the lineup.
Palestine, a region in the Middle East, has been the focus of a long‑standing conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups. The slogan “Free Palestine” is commonly used by supporters of Palestinian self‑determination.
Details of the free Palestine concerts, including dates and venues, have not yet been released. Macklemore said the shows would be a platform to raise awareness of the situation in Palestine.
The announcement has drawn attention to the intersection of music and political activism, as artists increasingly use their platforms to address social and humanitarian issues.
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