Zach Bryan recently made a political stance that has been causing a major buzz on social media.
The country artist is facing backlash from some fans after making a pro-Palestinian statement during his recent Boston-area concerts. The country singer took the stage at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, wearing a “Free Palestine” T-shirt, drawing attention online given the venue’s recent connection to a controversy involving Ed Sheeran and Macklemore. His decision came just weeks after Macklemore was removed from the UK artist’s tour following his outspoken support for Palestinians, making the timing of Bryan’s appearance particularly notable.
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Zach Bryan Wears A ‘Free Palestine’ Shirt During His Gillette Stadium Shows
The “I Remember Everything” singer performed two shows at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on Friday, October 2nd, and Saturday, October 3rd, as part of his With Heaven On Tour. His second concert drew over 73,000 people, setting a new attendance record for the stadium.
During both performances, Zach wore a black cutoff T-shirt featuring the words “Free Palestine,” along with a pine tree emblem and the phrase “An Appeal to Heaven.” Members of his band also appeared to show support for Palestine, including guitarist Noah Le Gros, who wore a Palestine soccer jersey, and drummer Nate Head, who wore a jersey honoring Hind Rajab.
The appearance was especially notable because it came only weeks after the controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran’s tour and Macklemore’s removal as an opening act. Macklemore had made pro-Palestinian comments during his performances at MetLife Stadium, and Sheeran later said that venues, including those connected to Gillette owner Robert Kraft, communicated that they would not host the tour if Macklemore remained on the bill. Bryan’s decision to wear a “Free Palestine” shirt at the same stadium was therefore widely interpreted as a pointed political statement.
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Some Fans Are Threatening To Stop Listening To Zach’s Music
While many people online praised the artist for using his platform to express support for Palestinians, his choice of attire also drew criticism from some fans.
Reactions were divided across social media, with some self-described fans saying they were disappointed by the singer’s stance and others suggesting they would stop listening to his music or boycott him.
“What a scumbag,” responded an X user. “I hope their fans drop them.”
“It’s the acceptable way to say you hate Jews,” wrote another.
“I didn’t realize how dumb Zach Bryan is,” one user commented, as another asked, “Why was this loser allowed to perform?”
“I think Kraft should interview each performer before signing anything,” they continued.
“So, attending one of his shows and/or paying a single penny for any of his music is permanently off the table then…thanks!” responded a user.
