Ed Sheeran’s Americas tour in trouble as opening acts quit over Macklemore’s removal
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Ed Sheeran’s Americas tour is facing significant disruption after four supporting acts withdrew from the lineup in response to the removal of rapper Macklemore. The artists departing the tour include Irish acts Aaron Rowe and Beoga, the Danish band Lukas Graham, and musician Finneas, who was scheduled for the South American dates.
The departures follow the decision to remove Macklemore from the tour after he made pro-Palestinian comments during a performance in New Jersey. The withdrawal of these supporting acts has created logistical challenges for the remainder of the tour schedule.
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Times of Israel (IL)Highlights the specific reason for Macklemore's removal regarding Israel
The Age (Melbourne, Australia) (AU)Emphasizes the chaotic nature of the tour's current status
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