American singer-songwriter and record producer, also known for his work with Billie Eilish.
Case
After Macklemore’s “Free Palestine” remarks at MetLife, the tour promoter said upcoming venues would not allow him on the lineup and he would miss remaining U.S. dates. Macklemore attributed the outcome to venue pressure; Robert Kraft confirmed barring him from Gillette Stadium.
Role at the time: Musician and producer, scheduled to support Ed Sheeran on the South American leg of the Loop Tour
Statement summary
Finneas announced on Instagram that he was withdrawing from his upcoming Ed Sheeran dates, saying artists must not be silenced for speaking up for the oppressed.
“Artists must not be silenced when they speak up for the oppressed. I have decided to withdraw from my upcoming tour dates with Ed Sheeran. I stand with Palestine and its people.”
Relative to Macklemore’s MetLife speech and his removal, Finneas treats the removal as silencing an artist who spoke up, and withdraws in protest. Both the stated reason and the action defend the speech rather than merely commenting on the tour.
Statement dates: September 15, 2026
Statement dates: September 15, 2026
Statement dates: September 15, 2026
