# Isaac Slade Joins Ed Sheeran's Tour

> Isaac Slade steps in as Ed Sheeran's new opening act after Macklemore's removal.
- Title: Isaac Slade Joins Ed Sheeran's Tour · Consequence | Shortify
- Summary: Isaac Slade steps in as Ed Sheeran's new opening act after Macklemore's removal. Isaac Slade joins Ed Sheeran's tour as a new opening act following…
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- Source: Consequence — https://consequence.net/2026/10/isaac-slade-joins-ed-sheerans-tour-as-new-opening-act
- Published: 2026-10-09T17:53:28+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: isaac slade, ed sheeran, macklemore, loop tour, north american tour, palestine, opening act, music, culture, entertainment
## Isaac Slade Steps In
Isaac Slade joins Ed Sheeran's tour as new main support act after Macklemore's removal.

> Two people I deeply respect have found themselves on opposite sides of the field.
## Macklemore Removed From Tour
Macklemore was dropped from Sheeran's North American LOOP tour after stadium operators objected to his Palestine support.

> Macklemore was removed as a support act from Sheeran's North American "LOOP" tour last month after several stadium operators, led by New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, objected to the Seattle rapper's on-stage remarks in support of Palestine and threatened to block him from performing if he remained on the bill.
## Slade's Message on Peace
Slade emphasized finding common ground amid conflict, stating peace is a messy painting holding tragedy and joy.

> Peace is a messy, messy painting that holds enough tragedy, and enough sorrow, and enough joy and life that if we learn how.
## Key takeaway

Isaac Slade joins Ed Sheeran's tour as a new opening act following Macklemore's removal due to Palestine support.