Lower than per week after he was introduced as a headliner of the inaugural Neon Metropolis Competition, Macklemore has been dropped from the lineup of the Las Vegas occasion “on account of unexpected circumstances.”
Whereas the music competition didn’t disclose a particular motive why Macklemore will now not be performing, the change comes just a few days after the “Can’t Maintain Us” singer made headlines for saying, “Fuck America,” on stage whereas acting at a pro-Palestinian profit live performance known as Palestine Will Stay Ceaselessly. As proven in footage, the comment drew applause from the Seattle viewers.
The headliners of Neon Metropolis Competition have been introduced on Sept. 19, and Macklemore ignited controversy for his anti-American touch upon Sept. 21. He was dropped from Neon Metropolis Competition on Sept. 24.
On Sept. 25, Macklemore launched a prolonged assertion, saying, partly: “My ideas and emotions should not at all times expressed completely or politely. Generally I slip up and get caught within the second. … Sadly, the historic occasion in my hometown that introduced hundreds of individuals collectively to lift consciousness and cash for the folks of Palestine has change into overshadowed by two phrases.”
The rapper went on to specific his disappointment in the US’ function within the violence within the Center East earlier than including, “I’ve misplaced endorsements, I’ve misplaced enterprise ties. I’m nonetheless right here, unwavering in my help for a Free Palestine.”
Macklemore has been outspoken supporter of Palestinians amid the Israel-Hamas struggle. He signed an open letter calling for a ceasefire and has accused Israel of committing a genocide in Gaza. In Could 2024, he launched a protest track titled “Hind’s Corridor,” in help of the scholar protesters on school campuses, with proceeds going towards the United Nations Aid and Works Company for Palestine Refugees within the Close to East.
Neon Metropolis Competition will happen in downtown Las Vegas from Nov. 22-24. Headliners embrace Alison Wonderland, Neon Bushes, Russell Dickerson and Seven Lions.