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Ed Sheeran, 'Free Palestine', and the fallacy of apoliticism

Can artists really remain apolitical in 2026?

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Roger Waters brands Ed Sheeran a ‘Little Prick’ over Macklemore Tour axing

Former Pink Floyd frontman Roger Waters has criticised Ed Sheeran after rapper Macklemore was removed from the singer's US tour following his public support for Palestinians in Gaza. Photo: Collected

Roger Waters calls Ed Sheeran a 'little prick' after Macklemore dropped from tour

Macklemore calls out ‘Free Palestine’. Photo: Collected

Macklemore donates $1m tour earnings to Gaza aid after removal from Sheeran tour

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The sound of silence: How mainstream music abandoned its anti-war soul for the almighty dollar

Ed Sheeran. Photo: Collected

Ed Sheeran facing backlash after Macklemore, support acts exit: Here’s everything you need to know

Ed Sheeran performing. Photo: Collected

Ed Sheeran support acts, including Finneas, quit US tour after Macklemore removal

Rapper Macklemore performs during the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games, in Duesseldorf, Germany, September 9, 2023. Photo: REUTERS/Thilo Schmuelgen/ File Photo

Macklemore removed from remaining Ed Sheeran US tour dates after Palestine statements