Pro-Palestinian protesters target Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia concert after Macklemore removed from tour
Pro-Palestinian groups planned a demonstration as the show shifted to a solo set and resale prices fell, TicketData reported.
- On Saturday, September 19, 2026, Ed Sheeran performed a solo concert at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field after all support acts withdrew from his Loop Tour in solidarity with Macklemore.
- Rapper Macklemore was removed from the tour following his "Free Palestine" comments at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium on September 4 and 5; Macklemore alleges Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft pressured Sheeran to drop him, while Sheeran claims promoters made the decision.
- Ticket resale prices dropped to as low as $76 ahead of the performance as Grammy award-winning musician Finneas, Danish singer Lukas Graham, Irish singer Aaron Rowe, and band Beoga withdrew in solidarity with the removed opening act.
- Pro-Palestinian groups demonstrated outside Lincoln Financial Field with increased police presence securing the venue; Sheeran addressed Gaza on stage, calling the humanitarian situation "catastrophic and unjustifiable" while maintaining he avoids using his platform for politics.
- The Palestinian Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel extended its boycott call to Sheeran's entire world tour, including upcoming Latin American dates and a potential European leg, signaling a sustained reputational challenge through December.
95 Articles
95 Articles
Ed Sheeran set to play first concert since Macklemore axing furore
The Ed Sheeran fan fightback has begun, with supporters of the British singer outside his concert in Philadelphia today telling news.com.au the furore was “disgusting” and slamming Macklemore for using his position as a support act to speak his mind about Palestine.
BT
berlingske.dkA pro-Palestinian group has called on people to boycott Ed Sheeran's concerts after a row over the rapper.
Sheeran returns to stage after Palestinian controversy
Protesters and police were expected to greet concertgoers in Philadelphia for pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since he became embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments. Rapper Macklemore was booted from Sheeran's US Loop Tour on Monday after the owners of stadiums hosting upcoming shows objected to his shouting "Free Palestine" onstage in New Jersey earlier this month. Sheeran has denied being behind th…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 37% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
