Macklemore announces a new “Free Palestine” concert tour with three dates in October: Dublin (Oct. 26), Paris (Oct. 29) and London (Oct. 30). Multiple outlets report that the rapper says all ticket sales and related proceeds will be donated to organisations supporting Palestinians, including groups providing humanitarian aid and medical support.
The announcement follows his removal from the U.S. leg of Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour earlier this month. Sources say Macklemore made “Free Palestine” speeches and performed the protest song “Hind’s Hall” during an opening set at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Gaza-related imagery shown on screens. Outlets also report that he was dropped after venues raised objections to his appearance.
Reporting differs on emphasis rather than core facts: some outlets frame the tour announcement as a direct response to the Sheeran tour “debacle,” while others focus on timing (“schedule freed up”) or the specific European cities. Metro and others additionally note Sheeran’s connections to Dublin and London, while several outlets list example recipient organisations. Further tour dates, including in the United States, are expected to be announced.
