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Macklemore Claims US Venues Rejected 'Free Palestine' Tour

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Rapper Macklemore announced that nine major U.S. venues, including Madison Square Garden, rejected his "Free Palestine" tour dates. MSG Entertainment stated Macklemore is "not an arena-level act." The rapper concluded three European shows for the cause and plans further advocacy, criticizing venue owners' control over acceptable speech.

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Rapper Macklemore claims nine major U.S. venues rejected his "Free Palestine" tour.
Madison Square Garden stated Macklemore is "not an arena-level act."
The tour was launched after Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour for his stance.
Macklemore held three "Free Palestine" shows in Europe to raise funds.
The rapper criticized venue owners for controlling acceptable causes and voices.

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Nine major U.S. arenas, including Madison Square Garden, refused to book his "Free Palestine" tour.per Macklemore
Macklemore is "not an arena-level act."per MSG Entertainment spokesperson
Stadium owners objected to him saying "Free Palestine" on stage, leading to his removal as an opening act.per Macklemore

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