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Ed Sheeran Releases Nostalgic 'Old Phone' Music Video Featuring Ipswich Pop-Up Pub

The Emil Nava-directed video showcases fan-submitted memories, a bespoke venue, and a live performance as part of the rollout for Sheeran's upcoming album 'Play.'

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Overview

  • The music video for Ed Sheeran's single 'Old Phone' premiered on May 8, 2025, highlighting themes of nostalgia and reconnection.
  • Filmed in Ipswich, Massachusetts, the video features a pop-up pub created by Sheeran where fans gained entry by submitting meaningful content from their old phones.
  • Directed by Emil Nava, the video includes testimonials from fans, with some sharing deeply personal stories and archival footage projected on the pub's walls.
  • The video concludes with Sheeran performing 'Old Phone' live inside the pub alongside a backup band, creating an intimate and emotional atmosphere.
  • 'Old Phone' is the second single from Sheeran's forthcoming album 'Play,' set to release on September 12, 2025, following the lead single 'Azizam.'