Robert Kraft Addresses Decision to Block Macklemore From Playing Gillette Stadium
Kraft said the ban followed Macklemore’s remarks and a history of antisemitic imagery, while the tour promoter said venues would not host him.
- New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft confirmed Macklemore will not perform at Gillette Stadium during Ed Sheeran's scheduled concerts on September 25 and 26, following the rapper's recent pro-Palestine remarks made at tour stops in New Jersey.
- Earlier this month, Macklemore sparked controversy when he yelled 'Free Palestine' and performed 'Hind's Hall' at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey during Sheeran's Loop tour, expressing solidarity with Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
- Macklemore alleged Monday that Kraft pressured Sheeran to remove him from the tour, while Messina Touring Group confirmed that multiple venues refused to host concerts with the rapper on the lineup.
- Kraft stated Gillette Stadium maintains commitment to preventing 'a platform for hate speech,' citing a 'broader history of antisemitic rhetoric and imagery' while insisting his decision does not diminish Palestinian suffering or Hamas's responsibility.
- Macklemore has been removed from all remaining United States tour dates, writing he did not need '10 shows' to deliver his message and affirming his commitment to advocacy remains unchanged.
16 Articles
16 Articles
Patriots-Owner Robert Kraft causes a stir. He forbids rapper Macklemore to perform in the pre-programme of a concert by Ed Sheeran at his Gillette Stadium. The reason for this is his criticism of violence against Palestinians.
Kraft bans Macklemore from Gillette for ‘Free Palestine’ remarks; Sheeran drops rapper from tour
Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s LOOP tour after he claims New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft organized a boycott among stadium owners over the rapper’s pro-Palestinian rem…
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tour over pro-Palestinian comments, Robert Kraft responds - Boston News, Weather, Sports
Musician Macklemore has been cut from Ed Sheeran’s tour following pressure from New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft over his pro-Palestinian comments onstage. In a concert at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey earlier this month, Macklemore said, “I’ve been trying to find a way to say this all day. One of the reasons I wanted to come on this tour was because I wanted to stand up here on stages and stadiums across America and say two words that ar…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 40% of the sources lean Left
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
