Macklemore announces Free Palestine tour to benefit humanitarian aid organisations
The US rapper, removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London, with a North American run to be announced
TL;DR
- Macklemore announced a "Free Palestine" tour to raise funds for humanitarian causes.
- He was previously removed from Ed Sheeran's US stadium tour after calling for a "free Palestine" onstage.
- This decision led to other support acts withdrawing from Sheeran's tour.
- Macklemore stated that being "apolitical during a genocide doesn’t work anymore" and artists are expected to use their platforms for more than entertainment.
- The tour will start in Dublin on October 26th, with further dates in Paris and London, and North American dates to follow.
- Benefiting organizations include Anera, Glia, Gaza Soup Kitchen, and Medical Aid for Palestinians, among others.
- Irish musicians have been vocal in their support for Palestine, citing their country's history.