Ed Sheeran delighted fans at his recent stop on the “+ – = ÷ x (Mathematics)” Tour in Maryland by delivering an unexpected and memorable performance. The British singer-songwriter took to the stage earlier than scheduled at the FedEx Field show after his opening act, Khalid, was unable to perform due to a car accident. Sheeran expressed his well wishes for Khalid’s recovery in a fan-captured video, while also injecting humor into the situation.
Dressed casually in a plain white T-shirt and black joggers, the four-time Grammy winner kicked off his impromptu set with a stripped-down, acoustic performance. Over the course of 30 minutes, Sheeran captivated the audience with songs from his latest album, “- (Subtract),” including heartfelt tracks such as “No Strings” and “Sycamore,” which reflects his personal journey through his wife’s battle with cancer.
In a video shared by a concert-goer, Sheeran expressed his enjoyment of filling the opening slot, relishing the opportunity to see the crowd’s reactions up close. He humorously compared the pressure of being the main act to the freedom and fun of being an opening act, emphasizing his desire to simply entertain and play songs for the audience.
The experience also prompted Sheeran to reminisce about his early days as a musician, sharing anecdotes of opening for others during his teenage years and promoting his music through platforms like MySpace. Amidst the excitement, the acclaimed artist made sure to extend his well wishes to Khalid, expressing hope for his speedy recovery and indicating that he would rejoin the tour in Boston.
As Sheeran’s first stateside tour in nearly five years, his performance at the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston promises to be highly anticipated. Fans can look forward to his return to the stage, where he will continue to showcase his talent and engage audiences with his signature charm.
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