Ed Sheeran References Gaza at Philadelphia Concert Opening
Singer addressed the fallout from rapper Macklemore's stance on Palestine during remarks at the start of a solo show, according to Al Jazeera.
British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran made comments about Gaza while opening a solo concert in Philadelphia, according to a report published by Al Jazeera.
The broadcaster said Sheeran addressed what it described as the "Macklemore-Palestine fallout" in his remarks to the audience, though further details of the controversy or Sheeran's specific statements were not included in the available report.
Al Jazeera published footage of the moment as part of its video newsfeed coverage. The clip did not provide additional context on the nature of the dispute involving rapper Macklemore or the full content of Sheeran's comments.
Al Jazeera did not immediately provide further details, and Sheeran's representatives have not issued a public statement beyond what was captured in the concert footage.
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- Ed Sheeran opens solo concert with comments about Gaza — Al Jazeera — All
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