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Ed Sheeran faces radio ban after Macklemore removal
Irish radio drops Ed Sheeran's music as protest groups rally for Gaza
In brief
Irish radio drops Ed Sheeran's music as protest groups rally for Gaza Classic Hits Radio removed Ed Sheeran's music for 'foreseeable future' after Macklemore's tour removal over Free Palestine stance Originally reported by Fox News.
Radio station bans Sheeran music
Classic Hits Radio will not play Ed Sheeran's music for the foreseeable future after listener feedback
“We acknowledge his own explanation of the circumstances surrounding recent events”
Macklemore removed from tour
Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after performing anti-Israel song at MetLife Stadium
“Hind's Hall”
Sheeran defends neutrality
Sheeran said venues pulled shows due to Macklemore's Free Palestine stance, not personal politics
“I am not complicit”
Protest groups plan action
Pro-Palestine groups will protest outside Sheeran's Philadelphia concert on Sept 19
“Gaza is our compass”
Sheeran's neutrality stance
Sheeran claims he avoids political platforms to protect young audiences and maintain diplomacy
“I choose to use my fame and platform to be a place of safety”
Radio station explains
Classic Hits Radio says decision follows Irish artists' professional choices and listener feedback
“We believe it is important to listen to our audience”
Macklemore's Free Palestine stance
Macklemore called for Free Palestine and performed anti-Israel song at MetLife Stadium
“Hind's Hall”
Protest groups demand action
Protest groups say Sheeran removed Macklemore in name of neutrality and apolitical stance
“There is no neutrality against oppression”
The one thing
Classic Hits Radio removed Ed Sheeran's music for 'foreseeable future' after Macklemore's tour removal over Free Palestine stance
