Ed Sheeran’s concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to severe weather
The singer was set to perform at Gillette Stadium as part of his Loop tour, which faces backlash over Macklemore’s removal following his pro-Palestinian comments
TL;DR
- Ed Sheeran's concerts in Foxborough, Massachusetts, were canceled due to severe weather warnings.
- The cancellations were made prioritizing the safety of fans and staff.
- The tour has been embroiled in controversy after Macklemore was removed as an opening act following his 'free Palestine' comments.
- Stadium owner Robert Kraft pressured Sheeran to remove Macklemore, drawing backlash.
- Several other artists, including Finneas, Lukas Graham, and Irish band Beoga, withdrew from the tour in solidarity with Macklemore.
- Macklemore announced he would donate his tour salary to Gaza relief efforts and invited Kraft to match his donation.
- Macklemore has since announced a "Free Palestine" tour.