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Fans show support for Macklemore o American rapper ‘blown away’ after recently announced Palestine tour sells out ‘immediately’ U S rapper Macklemore said he is “blown away” after tickets for all three shows for his upcoming Free Palestine tour “sold out immediately,” reported PA Media/dpa. concerts in London, Paris and Dublin earlier in September after he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour over comments he made about Gaza. Award-winning musician Finneas, who is Billie Eilish’s brother, and Danish singer Lukas Graham, as well as his backing band Beoga, have dropped out of the remaining dates. Macklemore took to Instagram recently, shortly after tickets went on sale for the upcoming gigs, which will bring together artistes and friends to help provide humanitarian aid and support for people in Palestine. “We put these shows together fast and in community, believing that musicians can stand in solidarity with Palestine, use the stage to raise funds and show what collective action can look like. When those in power try to silence our calls for liberation, art will always be a form of resistance.”

amid the conflict with Israel. A petition was launched demanding that he be removed from Sheeran’s remaining shows. Robert Kraft, whose Kraft Group owns Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts, also contacted the British singer, saying he would not be able to play the venue unless Macklemore was removed from the tour. Sheeran said it was the promoter’s decision to remove the US rapper from the tour and not his. At his first gig since the row, he apologised for making “mistakes” amid the furore and described the conflict in Gaza as “catastrophic and unjustifiable and disproportionate.” Macklemore’s upcoming tour will kick off in Dublin’s 3Arena on Oct 26, followed by Paris’s Accor Arena on Oct 29 and wrap up at London’s OVO Arena Wembley on Oct 30. All the proceeds from the concerts will go towards several organisations working in support of Palestinian people with medical care, humanitarian assistance, education, community support and advocacy, reported Bernama.

The singer, known for tracks including Can’t Hold Us and Thrift Shop , added: “The response to these shows is another reminder of how many people across the world are standing together for a free Palestine.” Haggerty also confirmed the line-up for the concerts will be revealed soon, and told his 9.1 million followers he “can’t wait to be together.” The post has since been flooded with support, including from TV presenter Laura Whitmore and singer Paloma Faith, who both commented with heart emojis. Macklemore, who was an opener on Sheeran’s tour, sparked controversy earlier in September when he told an audience he wanted people in Gaza and the West Bank to know they had not been forgotten

The Grammy-winner said: “All three shows sold out immediately. I’m honestly blown away.

Since then, all Sheeran’s Loop Tour supporting acts, including Irish singer Aaron Rowe, Grammy

The 43-year-old, real name Benjamin Haggerty, announced the

Not My Shade turns betrayal into self assurance as Shannon K adopts electropop

BETRAYAL an unmistakable shade of lipstick for Shannon K. In her latest single Not My Shade , the American singer, songwriter and actor turns the discovery of lipstick on a partner’s collar into a story about recognising the truth, walking away and choosing self-worth over heartbreak. The dark electropop track has already attracted attention online, with its music video surpassing 1.5 million YouTube views within five days of release. Written by Shannon and produced and mixed by Moritz Von Kraemer and Christian Kozomora, the 130bpm track begins with the discovery that tells her everything she needs to know. From there, the song follows her decision to leave rather than wait for an explanation. The lyrics balance hurt with confidence and a touch of humour, particularly in the line “Lost the baddest/ Now you gotta go and settle for less.” Rather than treating betrayal as a dramatic downfall, Not My Shade frames it as a turning point. Shannon initially approaches the vocals with more force during the recording sessions before pulling back. She realises the attitude is already present in the lyrics, allowing a cooler and more detached delivery to carry the song. That restraint also gives the electronic production more room to build its tension. Not My Shade continues Shannon’s growing interest in electronic and dance music, following her 2025 release Antidote , which has surpassed 33 million YouTube views and reached first on YouTube’s India Daily Top Music Videos chart and third globally. Her dance release OTT also reached first on Amazon’s Dance & Electronic Best Sellers chart. For Shannon, the appeal of electronic music lies in its ability to pull listeners away from overthinking and into the moment. The darker production of Not My Shade carries that sense of release while keeping its central message focused on confidence and knowing when to walk away. The shift also reflects the broader evolution of Shannon’s music. After beginning with more ballad-oriented material and moving through pop and R&B, she increasingly follows her creative instincts rather than committing arrives in

Rather than treating betrayal as a dramatic downfall, Not My Shade frames it as a turning point. – HANDOUT PICS

herself to one sound. Her catalogue reflects that movement between genres, with electronic music now taking a larger role. Shannon’s digital presence extends beyond her latest release. Her collaboration with songwriter and producer Poo Bear, A Long Time , has surpassed 40 million YouTube views. Poo Bear has worked with artistes including Justin Bieber and Usher. Her anti-bullying anthem Give Me Your Hand also received recognition after its video won a Hollywood Music in Media Award in the Social Change category. Her work has been featured by Rolling Stone India and Rolling Stone UK . Her live career continues to expand alongside her recorded music. This year, Shannon joined Kumar Sanu and Sadhana Sargam as a featured artiste on the herself to one sound Her

Unforgettable ’90s Live USA & Canada Tour and performed at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Her previous live appearances include New York City’s Diwali at Times Square celebration and an opening performance for Too $hort at MAXIM’s 2025 Palm Springs event during Coachella weekend. With Not My Shade , Shannon gives that growing international profile a darker electronic edge. At its centre, however, the song remains simple. Sometimes the clearest response to betrayal is not another explanation but knowing when to leave.

Macklemore has long been a supporter of the Palestinian cause. – IMDBPIC