Macklemore's 'Free Palestine' tour sold out rapidly amid controversy over his removal from Ed Sheeran's US stadium tour, which followed backlash against a beneficiary's remarks related to October 7. Public figures including Brian Eno, Lorde, and Zach Bryan expressed support through symbolic gestures, while U2's Bono commented on the broader situation. Meanwhile, Ed Sheeran announced new opening acts and canceled concerts due to weather, and a family rift emerged as Macklemore's cousin prepared a diss track.