Rapper Macklemore is a vocal supporter of Palestine and Gaza residents. During a recent concert at MetLife Stadium, he yelled "Free Palestine!" onstage, projected images of devastation in the area, and performed protest song "Hind's Hall."

Now, it seems that American venues are not willing to play ball with the Seattle artist, and he has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour.

"After discussions with stakeholders, Macklemore will not be performing on the remaining support dates," according to Messina Touring Group, the promoter of Loop Tour. This news follows backlash from organizations like StopAntisemitism and others, such as pop star Pink.

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[–] 111 points 3 weeks ago (9 children)

He always has been. Naturally, his one goofy song about thrifting is the one that went viral.

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  • [–] 39 points 3 weeks ago (3 children)

    Eh Same Love also blew up from that album which, while woke, is also pretty corny. The album also famously won the Grammy over Kendrick Lamar so I'd say his other songs got their fair share of fame.

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  • [–] 18 points 3 weeks ago (1 child)

    The Grammys being trash is nothing new and also not really Macklemore's fault

    On the other hand, I've got no argument at all that a lot of his music is corny af, but even when he was at his most cringe he was still trying to be a good dude at least

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  • [–] 8 points 3 weeks ago

    His one goofy song about thrifting was EXTREMELY well made to be fair. Funny lyrics, funny video, very distinctive beat. Having Wanz do the hook was a great choice, his voice is like a change in gears.

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