Rapper Macklemore has been removed from the lineup of the inaugural Neon City Festival in Las Vegas , organizers announced Sunday, following the rapper's canceled show in the UAE . The festival cited "unforeseen circumstances" for the change, which comes days after Macklemore, who recently brought a wanted fan on stage , made controversial remarks at a pro-Palestinian concert in Seattle. During the Sept.
21 performance, Macklemore said, "F--k America, " drawing applause from the audience. The rapper had been announced as a headliner for Neon City Festival on Sept. 19 and was dropped on Sept.
24. Drake gives up California for Texas listing Beverly Hills home for $88 million Kendrick Lamar’s music streams increase by almost 50% while Drake’s sees drop In a statement released Tuesday, Macklemore addressed the incident: "My thoughts and feelings are not always expressed perfectly or politely." "Sometimes I slip up and get caught in the moment.
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Unfortunately, the historic event in my hometown that brought thousands of people together to raise awareness and money for the people of Palestine has become overshadowed by two words." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Neon City Festival (@neoncityfestival) He also acknowledged professional consequences, stating: "I've lost endorsements, I've lost business ties. I am still here, unwavering in my support for a Free Palestine.
" Macklemore has been vocal about the Israel- Hamas conflict, signing an open letter calling for .