Artists are voicing support for embattled rapper Macklemore, with some of the more forceful statements coming from Garbage, Kneecap, and children’s entertainer Ms. Rachel. After the MC’s “Free Palestine” comments on September 4th and 5th at MetLife stadium in New Jersey, a group of American stadium owners succeeded in pushing headliner Ed Sheeran to remove Macklemore from his tour.
Macklemore‘s removal from the tour has sparked a wave of support from fellow artists, with Ms. Rachel writing that Sheeran “caved to people who refuse to accept what the world knows.” Ms. Rachel also noted that an estimated 20,000 Palestinian children have been killed since the conflict escalated in 2023.
Statements of Support
Garbage posted a statement in support of Macklemore, saying “Can I remind everyone that nothing Macklemore actually said was violent or hateful or remotely radical. May I remind everyone that Israeli scholars and world renowned experts on genocide themselves are in agreement that what is being done to the Palestinians is cruel and unlawful.”
Kneecap also showed their support for Macklemore, saying “All love and solidarity to Macklemore. Free Palestine.” Other artists, including Kehlani, Zara Larsson, and Greta Thunberg, posted hearts or words of encouragement on social media.
A Growing Movement
The outpouring of support for Macklemore is a testament to the growing movement of artists using their platforms to speak out on social justice issues. As the situation continues to unfold, it will be interesting to see how other artists and fans respond to the controversy surrounding Macklemore‘s comments and removal from the tour.
In conclusion, the support for Macklemore from fellow artists is a significant development in the ongoing controversy surrounding his “Free Palestine” comments. With Garbage, Kneecap, and Ms. Rachel leading the charge, it is clear that many in the music industry are standing in solidarity with Macklemore and his right to free speech. As the situation continues to evolve, it will be important to watch how the music industry and beyond responds to this growing movement of artists speaking out on social justice issues.
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