Macklemore concluded his three-day 'Free Palestine' tour, which gathered leading figures from music and activism, with a sold-out show in London, mobilizing people and attracting support for the defense of Palestine.
The rapper from the USA held his final performance at OVO Arena Wembley on Friday, October 30th. Popular artists such as Paloma Faith and Nemahsis, as well as climate activist Greta Thunberg and Palestinian activist Arab Barguti, son of detained Palestinian leader Marwan Barguti, participated in the concert.
It is reported that all concerts in Dublin, Paris, and London were sold out shortly after ticket sales began, according to reports and Macklemore's own statement.
This tour was organized after Macklemore was dropped from the remaining shows of Ed Sheeran's American tour in September, following his call for 'Free Palestine' during his performance in New Jersey.
Macklemore told the audience that silence regarding the war in Gaza had become more unbearable than stating his position. He shared his thoughts: 'I was scrolling through my feed, scrolling, and seeing the terrible, unimaginable catastrophe happening right before our eyes.' He continued: 'And at some point, I felt more uncomfortable staying silent than saying something. I don't think saying something is bravery. I don't think saying something is courage.'
He also raised the issue of borders and divisions separating people, asking himself: 'What are we doing as a global community to tear them down?' The rapper was met with shouts and slogans of 'Free Palestine' before performing his protest song 'Hind's Hall,' released in response to the war in Gaza. His set also featured hits such as 'Thrift Shop,' 'Same Love,' 'Glorious,' and 'Can't Hold Us.'
The three concerts were held as charity events, and all funds raised were directed to 12 Palestinian support organizations, including Medical Aid for Palestinians, Jewish Voice for Peace, Palestinian Youth Movement, Institute for Middle East Understanding, and Glia.
