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Aaron Rowe Defends Ed Sheeran Amid Macklemore Tour Fallout
Aaron Rowe says public criticism targets the wrong person as Ed Sheeran's tour faces backlash over Macklemore's pro-Palestinian stance.
In brief
Aaron Rowe says public criticism targets the wrong person as Ed Sheeran's tour faces backlash over Macklemore's pro-Palestinian stance. Aaron Rowe claims Ed Sheeran's team panicked over Macklemore's removal, not the singer himself. Originally reported by Billboard.
Aaron Rowe Steps In
Aaron Rowe defended Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was removed from the Loop Tour.
“I'm gonna be honest. I think you are all focusing on the wrong person here.”
Macklemore's Pro-Palestinian Stance
Macklemore performed his protest song 'Hind's Hall' at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
“Hind's Hall”
Robert Kraft's Role
Kraft's company owns Gillette Stadium where Macklemore was scheduled to perform.
“Gillette Stadium”
Tour Withdrawals
Rowe, Lukas Graham, and FINNEAS withdrew from Ed Sheeran's tour after Macklemore's removal.
“Tour withdrawals”
Financial Response
Macklemore pledged $1 million to Palestinian causes, while Kraft committed $2 million.
“$1 million donation”
The headline
Aaron Rowe claims Ed Sheeran's team panicked over Macklemore's removal, not the singer himself.
