# Ed Sheeran faces radio ban after Macklemore removal

> Irish radio drops Ed Sheeran's music as protest groups rally for Gaza
- Title: Ed Sheeran faces radio ban after Macklemore removal · Fox News
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: classic hits radio, ed sheeran, macklemore, free palestine, seattle, nfl, iheartradio, philadelphia, pro palestine, concert, news, politics
- Source: Fox News — https://foxnews.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-faces-growing-backlash-radio-station-bans-songs-protest-groups-respond-macklemores-removal
- Author: Lori Bashian
- Published: 2026-09-17T00:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: classic hits radio, ed sheeran, macklemore, free palestine, seattle, nfl, iheartradio, philadelphia, pro palestine, concert, news, politics
## 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
## Key takeaway

Classic Hits Radio removed Ed Sheeran's music for 'foreseeable future' after Macklemore's tour removal over Free Palestine stance