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Macklemore launches Ireland tour after pro-Palestine comments lead to Ed Sheeran rift

US rapper Macklemore has initiated his "Free Palestine Tour" in Dublin, Ireland, following his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour due to pro-Palestinian remarks. Fans expressed support for Macklemore's stance, with one attendee highlighting his courage in speaking out. The tour's first show in Dublin was reportedly sold out. AI

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Macklemore launches Ireland tour after pro-Palestine comments lead to Ed Sheeran rift

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    US rapper Macklemore launches Free Palestine Tour in Ireland after Ed Sheeran rift

    US rapper Macklemore on Monday launched his new “Free Palestine Tour” in Dublin after being dropped as a supporting act by British pop star Ed Sheeran over pro-Palestinian comments. Standing in queues outside the venue for the first show in the Irish capital, which promoters said…