Rapper Macklemore says he is dropped from Ed Sheeran’s “Loop Tour” in the US after pro-Palestine comments. In an Instagram statement, he says “Ed Sheeran and his team” removed him following his “Free Palestine” remarks.

Multiple outlets report that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft played a central role in the effort, with Macklemore alleging Kraft told Sheeran Macklemore would not be allowed to perform at Gillette Stadium. Macklemore also says Kraft rallied other stadium owners to block his participation, leading to him being removed from additional tour dates. Rolling Stone, NBC News, Al Jazeera and Yahoo Sports all describe Macklemore’s account of a coordinated pressure campaign among venue owners.

Other coverage adds context or attribution. NBC News reports that Kraft defended the decision, citing Macklemore’s on-stage remarks and what it characterizes as antisemitic rhetoric. The Hollywood Reporter notes a Wall Street Journal report of a phone call between Ed Sheeran and Kraft. Forbes covers the fallout and also describes Macklemore being barred from multiple venues. The different outlets focus on either Macklemore’s allegations, Kraft’s stated justification, or reported behind-the-scenes communications.