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Petition Calls for Macklemore’s Removal From Ed Sheeran’s Tour After Rapper’s “Free Palestine” Onstage Plea

Steadysecond windCoverage went quiet for 4 days, then returned with 21 more reports - 114 voices in all.
After publishing: 12 headlines quietly rewritten, 6 descriptions edited, 2 articles removed, 6 URLs changed26 changes
  1. Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)seen 9 Sept, 14:26headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran nella bufera per “colpa” di Macklemore: il “Free Palestine” sul palco scatena P!nk (“i fan non volevano la propaganda anti-Israele”) e Boy George (“non hanno spina dorsale”)Ed Sheeran nella bufera per “colpa” di Macklemore: il “Free Palestine” sul palco scatena P!nk (“i fan non volevano la propaganda anti-Israele”) e Boy George (“non ha spina dorsale”)

  2. variety.comseen 17 Sept, 01:40headline rewritten

    Robert Kraft Defends Banning Macklemore From Ed Sheeran TourRobert Kraft Defends Banning Macklemore From Ed Sheeran Tour After ‘Free Palestine’ Comments: ‘We Do Not Provide a Platform for Hate Speech’

  3. France Info (France)seen 17 Sept, 08:08description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    Les propos du rappeur ont engendré des accusations d'antisémitisme et des appels sur les réseaux sociaux à le bannir de la tournée.

    Les déclarations du rappeur ont engendré des accusations d'antisémitisme et des appels sur les réseaux sociaux à le bannir de la tournée.

  4. nbcmiami.comseen 17 Sept, 16:54headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore’s tour exit amid boycott claimsEd Sheeran says Macklemore's removal from tour was promoter's decision: 'I'm not complicit'

  5. the-independent.comseen 17 Sept, 23:19URL changed

    now resolves towww.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/music/news/ed-sheeran-macklemore-tour-support-acts-finneas-withdraws-b3050974.html

  6. South China Morning Postseen 18 Sept, 05:00headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran tour in trouble after 4 acts quit in support of MacklemoreEd Sheeran tour in trouble as support acts quit over pro-Palestinian speech fallout

  7. Le Monde (France)seen 18 Sept, 05:00description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    Sous la pression de plusieurs salles américaines, Macklemore a été retiré de la tournée d’Ed Sheeran, illustrant la difficulté pour les artistes de s’exprimer sur le conflit israélo-palestinien. Quatre artistes et groupes ont depuis annoncé leur départ de la tournée en réaction à son éviction.

    Sous la pression de plusieurs salles américaines, Macklemore a été retiré de la tournée d’Ed Sheeran, illustrant la difficulté pour les artistes de s’exprimer sur le conflit israélo-palestinien. Quatre artistes et groupes ont depuis annoncé leur départ de la tournée en réaction à sa mise à l’écart.

  8. nbcdfw.comseen 18 Sept, 05:52headline rewritten

    Macklemore says he was cut from Ed Sheeran tour by Robert KraftMacklemore says he was dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after Robert Kraft organized boycott

  9. theadvocate.com.auseen 18 Sept, 05:54URL changed

    now resolves towww.theadvocate.com.au/story/9351142/dropping-macklemore-from-tour-not-my-decision-sheeran/

  10. easternriverinachronicle.com.auseen 19 Sept, 05:55URL changed

    now resolves towww.easternriverinachronicle.com.au/story/9351142/dropping-macklemore-from-tour-not-my-decision-sheeran/

  11. wrur.orgseen 19 Sept, 11:31URL changed

    now resolves towww.wrur.org/npr-news/2026-09-17/how-ed-sheerans-tour-became-a-flashpoint-over-gaza-and-free-speech

  12. BBC News Worldseen 20 Sept, 07:30headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran admits 'mistakes' as he addresses Macklemore controversy at Philadelphia showEd Sheeran admits 'mistakes' at first show since Macklemore controversy

  13. South China Morning Postseen 20 Sept, 07:30description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    Ed Sheeran opened a solo concert in Philadelphia on Saturday with comments about Gaza, saying what is happening is “catastrophic and unjustifiable”. “My heart has been broken by the scale of devastation and loss of civilians’ lives, of children’s lives,” Sheeran said in the night at Lincoln Financial Field. Sheeran also said he wants his music and shows to be about unity and humanity, not politics. He then addressed the controversy that unfolded since his supporting acts withdrew in...

    Ed Sheeran opened a concert on Saturday with comments about Gaza after controversy swirled around his tour and supporting acts withdrew in solidarity with opener Macklemore, who was dropped after making pro-Palestinian comments onstage. Sheeran began the concert alone on stage with no opener, but was joined by other musicians later in the show. Sheeran said he wanted his music and shows to be about unity and humanity, not politics. But he said the attacks in Israel of October 7, 2023, were...

  14. BBC News Worldseen 20 Sept, 12:36description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    The mega-star spoke about Israel and Gaza at his Philadelphia show after rapper Macklemore was dropped from his tour.

    The singer spoke about Israel and Gaza after Macklemore was dropped from his tour for making pro-Palestinian remarks on stage.

  15. Euronewsseen 20 Sept, 12:36description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    The English singer-songwriter opened his show sharing his opinions on Gaza, noting that while 7 October attacks were horrific, the Israeli response which killed countless women and children were “catastrophic” and “disproportionate”.

    The English singer-songwriter opened his show sharing his opinions on Gaza, noting that while 7 October attacks were horrific, the Israeli response which killed countless women and children was “catastrophic” and “disproportionate”.

  16. Index.hr (Croatia)seen 20 Sept, 12:36headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran o Macklemoreu i Gazi: "Više ne mogu skrivati što osjećam"Ed Sheeran zaplakao na pozornici nakon drame s Macklemoreom: "Jako mi je žao"

  17. Libération (France)seen 20 Sept, 12:36description edited
    what the description said, before and after

    La star anglaise de 35 ans était critiquée pour avoir évincé lundi de sa tournée le rappeur Macklemore, qui avait pris position pour la Palestine. Jusqu’ici assez consensuel, Ed Sheeran a dit samedi soir «avoir passé la semaine la plus dure de sa vie».

    La star anglaise de 35 ans était critiquée pour avoir évincé de sa tournée le rappeur Macklemore, qui avait pris position pour la Palestine. Jusqu’ici assez consensuel, Ed Sheeran a dit samedi 19 septembre «avoir passé la semaine la plus dure de sa vie».

  18. Euronewsseen 20 Sept, 19:00headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens Philadelphia show'Situation in Gaza is unjustifiable,' says Ed Sheeran as he addresses Macklemore 'Free Palestine' controversy

  19. Le Monde Englishseen 22 Sept, 03:25headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran returns to stage in first show after Palestinian controversyEd Sheeran says Gaza situation 'unjustifiable' at first show amid Palestinian controversy

  20. ABC News (Australia)seen 22 Sept, 03:25headline rewritten

    Ed Sheeran to return to stage amid Palestinian controversyEd Sheeran opens solo show with Gaza comments, apology for his 'mistakes'

  21. northerndailyleader.com.auseen 22 Sept, 09:52URL changed

    now resolves towww.northerndailyleader.com.au/story/9353551/ed-sheeran-contemplated-quitting-performing-over-row/

  22. newcastleherald.com.auseen 22 Sept, 09:52URL changed

    now resolves towww.newcastleherald.com.au/story/9353551/ed-sheeran-contemplated-quitting-performing-over-row/

  23. chicoer.comseen 29 Sept, 22:56headline rewritten

    For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore pledge brings relief, attentionFor Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore’s $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering

  24. nbcbayarea.comseen 30 Sept, 07:51headline rewritten

    Macklemore announces Free Palestine TourMacklemore announces Free Palestine Tour after getting dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour

  25. 927thedrive.netseen 2 Oct, 06:04article removed

    last seen headlineMacklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran controversy

  26. lethbridgeherald.comseen 24 Oct, 20:43article removed

    last seen headlineFor Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering

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Sun, 6 September 2026peak 62 reports on Sun, 20 September 2026Tue, 27 October 2026

After the peak, new reports halved every 4 days so far - this story is still being covered, so the figure moves as reports arrive.

What it is about

MacklemoreEda SheeranaIzraelsko-američko vijećePalestiniPalestinuEd SheeranThe Hollywood ReporterIACMetLifeRapperUS rapperPalestineHind’s HallGazaBenjamin NetanyahuZohran MamdaniUnited StatesInternational Criminal CourtAllhiphop Daily News ServiceAmerican Council

Who published it, and when

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Google News - Top Stories4 original reports7 original reports10 original reports5 original reports3 original reports12 original reports2 original reports2 original reports
Anadolu Agency (AA)1 original report1 original report3 original reports2 original reports1 original report1 original report
allhiphop.com1 original report
El País (Spain)1 original report2 original reports2 original reports1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report
Al Jazeera English1 original report3 original reports2 original reports - 1 copy echoing Anadolu Agency (AA)1 original report4 original reports1 original report
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Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)1 original report - edited after publishing1 original report3 original reports1 original report2 original reports1 original report1 original report1 original report
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The Guardian World1 original report3 original reports1 original report1 original report
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newsweek.com1 original report
nbcdfw.com1 original report - edited after publishing
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siasat.com1 original report
El Mundo (Spain)1 original report2 original reports1 original report1 original report
Der Spiegel (Germany)1 original report2 original reports1 original report1 original report1 original report
Le Figaro (France)1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report
6 Sept, 19:45over 51 days27 Oct, 10:30

+ 106 more outlets · 61 reports left out of the cascade - too little in common with the story to place

How it spread - 339 original reports, 31 reprints

  1. Sun, 6 September 2026

    2 reports
    • Index.hr (Croatia)16:08

      AMERIČKI reper Macklemore podržao je Palestinu na koncertu Eda Sheerana, što je izazvalo oprečne reakcije. Izraelsko-američko vijeće pokrenulo je peticiju za njegovo uklanjanje s turneje.

    • Google News - Top Stories19:45first to report

      Petition Calls for Macklemore’s Removal From Ed Sheeran’s Tour After Rapper’s “Free Palestine” Onstage Plea The Hollywood Reporter Macklemore Calls Out ‘Free Palestine’ Onstage, Spurring Petition Demanding He Leave Ed Sheeran Tour Variety Macklemore Turned Ed Sheeran's MetLife Show Into Pro-Palestinian Rally — Twice, Upset Fans Say DailyVoice.com Macklemore gives pro-Palestinian speech before Ed Sheeran show; Israelis: ‘Like a knife in the heart’ Ynetnews IAC calls for Macklemore removal from...

  2. Mon, 7 September 2026

    5 reports
    • Anadolu Agency (AA)12:17

      US rapper performs Hind’s Hall as Gaza footage appears on stadium screens, telling Palestinians they have not been forgotten

    • allhiphop.com13:20

      Macklemore went hard with his message of "Free Palestine" during his concerts with Ed Sheeran and Jewish organizations are calling for a ban.

    • Google News - Top Stories15:57

      Ed Sheeran urged to drop rapper from tour over ‘free Palestine’ chant The Times Macklemore Calls Out ‘Free Palestine’ Onstage, Spurring Petition Demanding He Leave Ed Sheeran Tour Variety Michael Rapaport slams 'clown' Macklemore for anti-Israel performance Fox News Israel-American Council urges Ed Sheeran to toss Macklemore from tour after criticizing Israel onstage Jewish Telegraphic Agency Macklemore Faces Petition to Leave Ed Sheeran Tour After ‘Free Palestine’ Plea Billboard

    • Google News - Top Stories17:56

      Macklemore Posts His "Free Palestine" Speech Amid Petition Calling For Ed Sheeran To Drop Him From Tour Over It Stereogum Michael Rapaport slams 'clown' Macklemore for anti-Israel performance Fox News Macklemore’s ‘Free Palestine’ plea sparks petition for his removal from Ed Sheeran tour The Independent Ed Sheeran urged to toss Macklemore from tour after criticizing Israel onstage The Forward Macklemore Says 'Free Palestine' Is Not a 'Criticism' of Jewish People variety.com

    • Google News - Top Stories21:59

      Macklemore Says 'Free Palestine' Is Not a 'Criticism' of Jewish People Variety Macklemore Faces Petition to Leave Ed Sheeran Tour After ‘Free Palestine’ Plea Billboard Michael Rapaport slams 'clown' Macklemore for anti-Israel performance foxnews.com Controversy swirls following Pro-Palestinian comments made by Macklemore at MetLife Stadium before Ed Sheeran concert CBS News Israel-American Council urges Ed Sheeran to toss Macklemore from tour after criticizing Israel onstage Jewish Telegraphic...

  3. Tue, 8 September 2026

    3 reports
  4. Wed, 9 September 2026

    2 reports
  5. Sat, 12 September 2026

    1 report
  6. Mon, 14 September 2026

    30 reports
  7. Tue, 15 September 2026

    45 reports
  8. Wed, 16 September 2026

    52 reports
  9. Thu, 17 September 2026

    45 reports
  10. Fri, 18 September 2026

    18 reports
  11. Sat, 19 September 2026

    15 reports
    • cairnspost.com.au03:19

      Never one to shy away from a pop-culture firestorm, Kyle Sandilands has inserted himself into the music industry’s messiest feud, throwing his full support behind Ed Sheeran following Macklemore’s controversial exit from the singer’s tour.

    • illawarramercury.com.au06:07

      Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his US tour...

    • DW Top Stories09:14

      Pro-Palestinian protests are expected at Ed Sheeran's first gig since Macklemore was dropped from the tour. The US rapper shouted "Free Palestine" at a concert in New Jersey.

    • lethbridgeherald.com12:03removed by the outlet
      For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering

      NEW YORK (AP) — For the Palestinian relief nonprofits behind a $1 million pledge from rapper Macklemore, the Grammy winner's latest contributions offer

    • Index.hr (Croatia)12:32

      ED SHEERAN nastupa sam u Philadelphiji nakon što su se sve predgrupe povukle s turneje.

    • Google News - Top Stories13:12

      Ed Sheeran braces for pro-Palestine protest at Philadelphia concert The Telegraph Mural of rapper Macklemore painted in Gaza after Sheeran tour furore Reuters For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering WRAL Robert Kraft said Ed Sheeran already asked for $2 million aid donation after Macklemore tests him Fortune 'This is all about Macklemore's bottom line, baby': Comedian rips rapper's Palestine speech as a career play mynorthwest.com

    • South China Morning Post13:22

      For the Palestinian relief non-profit behind a US$1 million pledge from rapper Macklemore, the Grammy winner’s latest contributions offer more than just money. Macklemore committed to donate his net earnings from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after he was dropped for making pro-Palestinian comments on stage at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. The goal, he wrote in a Wednesday post on social media, was to “bring the conversation back to where it belongs” – the Palestinian people – after a 48-hour period...

      1 reprint
    • Index.hr (Croatia)14:55

      UZ MACKLEMOREOV lik na muralu ispisana je poruka zahvale za njegovu podršku Palestini.

    • Le Monde English15:51edited after publishing

      previouslyEd Sheeran returns to stage in first show after Palestinian controversy

      Rapper Macklemore was booted from Sheeran's US Loop Tour on Monday after stadium owners objected to his shouting 'Free Palestine' onstage in New Jersey earlier this month. Following this, four supporting acts also quit Sheeran's tour.

    • Al Jazeera English17:14

      Sheeran may perform solo after musicians dropped out of tour over expulsion of Macklemore for supporting Palestine.

    • Google News - Top Stories17:27

      Ed Sheeran concert set to go ahead after outcry over Gaza Al Jazeera Melissa Barrera Says Support for Macklemore After He Was Dropped from Ed Sheeran’s Tour Is ‘Beautiful’ and ‘I Didn’t Get That’ After Being Fired From ‘Scream’ Yahoo Protestors Expected At Ed Sheeran’s First Concert Since Macklemore Palestine Controversy Forbes Ed Sheeran set for Philadelphia show after opening acts withdraw CNN The 40-Minute Phone Call That Left Ed Sheeran’s Tour Hanging by a Thread WSJ

    • Google News - Top Stories21:47

      Aaron Rowe Defends Ed Sheeran After Dropping Out Of Tour: “Human F*cking Error” Deadline Every act on Ed Sheeran's tour has quit. His next show is tomorrow. Yahoo Protesters call for ‘free Palestine’ ahead of Ed Sheeran’s first concert without opening acts NBC News Fans frustrated as opening acts pulled from Ed Sheeran tour amid controversy 6abc Philadelphia Ticket prices rise for Macklemore solo concert after Ed Sheeran tour removal cnbc.com

    • Google News - Top Stories21:55

      Pro-Palestinian protesters target Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia concert after Macklemore removed from tour Fox News Pro-Palestine groups protest outside of Ed Sheeran concert at Lincoln Financial Field 6abc Philadelphia For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering WBAL-TV Ticket prices rise for Macklemore solo concert after Ed Sheeran tour removal cnbc.com Ed Sheeran set to perform in Philadelphia Saturday amid tour controversy NBC10...

    • ABC News (Australia)22:50edited after publishing

      previouslyEd Sheeran to return to stage amid Palestinian controversy

      Ed Sheeran opens a solo concert in Philadelphia with comments about Gaza, saying what's happening is "catastrophic and unjustifiable".

    • Google News - Top Stories23:01

      Protestors March Outside Ed Sheeran Concert After Macklemore Was Dropped From Tour Variety Sheeran admits ‘mistakes’ at first concert since Macklemore tour row Yahoo Defiant Ed Sheeran Fans Show Up for the Music—Not Controversy—as Tour Resumes With No Billed Openers wsj.com Ed Sheeran is set to return to stage for 1st time since Macklemore was cut and other acts withdrew AP News Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens solo concert Los Angeles Times

  12. Sun, 20 September 2026

    55 reports
  13. Mon, 21 September 2026

    8 reports
  14. Tue, 22 September 2026

    4 reports
    • Novinky (Czechia)06:20

      Americký rapper Macklemore zaznamenal záhy po svém vyloučení z postu předskokana na americkém koncertním turné Eda Sheerana, k němuž došlo minulý týden, řadu prodejních úspěchů. Hned dvě jeho starší skladby debutovaly v Official Singles Sales Chart, tedy oficiálním žebříčku prodejnosti singlů ve Velké Británii. Daří se mu také na streamovacích službách.

    • Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)13:05

      Un Ed Sheeran gigante che insegue Macklemore, piccoli Robert Kraft da evitare e una serie di musicisti che iniziano a gridare “Free Palestine”. È questa l’idea alla base di Super Macklemore 64, il videogioco online gratuito creato da Jonathan Mann dopo il caso che nelle ultime settimane ha coinvolto Macklemore ed Ed Sheeran durante il […] L'articolo Macklemore ed Ed Sheeran finiscono in un videogioco: il rapper deve sfuggire a una versione gigante del cantante proviene da Il Fatto Quotidiano .

    • Le Monde (France)14:30

      La star britannique s’est exprimée au début de son concert à Philadelphie, le 19 septembre, après les protestations et retraits de ses musiciens depuis l’éviction du rappeur en première partie de sa tournée.

    • The Guardian World16:20

      Church, a prominent supporter of Palestinian causes, criticises Sheeran over removal of Macklemore from US tour Charlotte Church has accused Ed Sheeran of choosing “consumerism and capitalism over doing the right thing” over the removal of his friend and support act Macklemore from his US tour. Sheeran’s tour was thrown into crisis after Macklemore made “free Palestine” declarations on stage . After a significant backlash, including pressure from the owners of stadiums hosting scheduled shows,...

  15. Wed, 23 September 2026

    2 reports
  16. Thu, 24 September 2026

    21 reports
  17. Fri, 25 September 2026

    5 reports
  18. Mon, 28 September 2026

    2 reports
  19. Thu, 1 October 2026

    3 reports
  20. Sat, 3 October 2026

    1 report
    • iRozhlas (Czechia)13:50

      Britský zpěvák Ed Sheeran čelí kritice poté, co musel jeho turné opustit rapper Macklemore, který otevřeně vyjádřil podporu Palestině. „Tlak je správný. Ed Sheen si Macklemora sám pozval a pak vyhodil, aby si to nerozházel s bohatým majitelem stadionu,” říká v Pro a proti redaktor časopisu Alarm David Scharf. „Showbyznys nikdy nebyl pole, kde se vytyčují etické standardy, ale disciplína, ve které se vydělávají peníze,” míní režisér Robin Kvapil.

  21. Sun, 4 October 2026

    2 reports
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    1 report
  24. Mon, 19 October 2026

    2 reports
  25. Fri, 23 October 2026

    1 report
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    1 report
  27. Mon, 26 October 2026

    2 reports
    • 24sata (Croatia)10:47

      Reper je u Coloradu prvi put nastupio nakon što su ga zbog propalestinskih izjava uklonili s turneje Eda Sheerana. Ponovno je govorio o Palestini, a uskoro ga očekuju humanitarni koncerti u Europi

    • South China Morning Post22:00

      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 had sold out, excited fans praised the 43-year-old’s stance. “Macklemore’s support for Palestine is huge. He’s stood up and he’s put himself on the line instead of taking the easy way out,” said Michael Keating, a...

  28. Tue, 27 October 2026

    9 reports

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