New York, Sept 24, 2026 (AFP) - Macklemore hits back with 'Free Palestine Tour' after Sheeran split

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2026-09-24

US rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from British pop star Ed Sheeran's tour after making pro-Palestinian comments, announced Thursday he will instead perform on his own "Free Palestine Tour." Macklemore, who was opening for Sheeran's "Loop Tour," shouted "Free Palestine!" and told Palestinians they were "not forgotten" during two concerts earlier this month in New Jersey. The "Thrift Shop" star was quickly booted from the US tour -- a decision......

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