Supporting acts for Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour have all withdrawn in response to Macklemore’s removal from the event. The decision comes after Macklemore was removed from the stage for comments supporting Palestine. Artists including Aaron Rowe, Finneas, Lukas Graham, and Sheeran’s tour band Beoga posted on social media confirming their withdrawal. The move is seen as an act of solidarity with Macklemore. The Irish acts are part of the upcoming dates of the tour. The situation highlights tensions around political expression in the music industry. The tour continues without the original supporting acts.