Ed Sheeran's Divide Tour
Start writing a post
Entertainment

Ed Sheeran's Divide Tour

the world's most popular solo artist captures the world with his new album

106
Ed Sheeran's Divide Tour
Helana Michelle

With hit songs like “A-Team,” “Sing,” and most recently, “Shape of You” and “Castle on the Hill,” Ed Sheeran’s latest album has exploded on top charts. Over the years, he has created music known to millions of fans all around the world.

Listening through his recordings, the average person may not know that he mainly performs as a solo artist. Though he has admitted to toying with the idea of touring with a full band, Ed Sheeran continues to sing by himself with his guitar, except for the occasional guest performer or show with a band.

Ed Sheeran is a master of any instrument he plays. With a crooning voice, he has captured the hearts of people all over the world while using his feet and guitar as his drum. When standing on the floor, my hair stood on end and I could feel his pounding feet so much through the speakers that my body quaked. I'll admit that I was one of the thousands of fans in the venue on his Divide tour dancing like a preteen when seeing him first walk on stage, but hearing his music live compared to his recordings are so unique in experience from one another that you'd have to see for yourself to believe me.

How he masters the one-man band? Ed is an expert in his use of the looper pedal, which captures multiple layers of sound as the artist wishes, and he has been using it for quite some time in live performances to create his accomplished works of music. While watching, I couldn't imagine how he maintained control of all the sound coming from the pedal as he sang and played his guitar.

Due to all the strain that he puts his instruments through, he switches them out after every song or risks breaking them. He is known for being particularly rough on his guitars when playing “Give Me Love” and “You Need Me.” During his show in Tacoma on July 29th of this year, he switched out guitars multiple times with snapped strings, and that is not something uncommon. Oftentimes, a broken string could be something that happens with novices who play without tuning their guitars properly. Other times, it could be problems with the guitars themselves when happening more commonly. But Ed is notorious for snapping his guitar strings purely because of the strain that he puts them through in his playing. He has even broken the faces of multiple guitars.

Those who love Ed Sheeran not only appreciate his incredible skillset, but also who he is as a person. Ed Sheeran is known well for engaging with his fans. He’s crashed a wedding of fans and performed as a wedding singer after finding out that they were going through a rough time. He has even visited a fan who was in the hospital after finding out that they were disappointed in missing his concert because of it. He has also supported multiple donation campaigns throughout the years, such as the Elton John AIDS Foundation, Bob Dylan's ONE campaign in world poverty, and supports the East Anglia's Children's Hospices.

Ed Sheeran has taken the hearts of the world with his lyrics as well as his willingness to give to others.


See the full gallery of Ed Sheeran at the Tacoma Dome here.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

71093
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

132724
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments