How Ed Sheeran's tour imploded over a geopolitical fight
Axios · global
Ed Sheeran's world tour spiraled into chaos this week after one opener was removed, every remaining opening act quit and stadiums threatened to pull the plug on the tour.Why it matters: The turmoil reveals the power dynamics behind major concert tours, showing how even a global star like Sheeran can be forced to take a back seat on decisions about his own shows.Driving the news: All four of Sheeran's remaining supporting acts announced Tuesday that they were dropping out.Irish musicians Aaron Rowe and Beoga, as well as Danish band Lukas Graham, said Tuesday they were leaving the tour. Rowe was
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