Ed Sheeran believes critics are unnecessary in the age of unlimited access to music.

Ed Sheeran argues that music criticism doesn't make any sense anymore.

In an interview with Rolling Stone, Ed Sheeran referred to the age of streaming and the fact that music is now more accessible than ever, stating that critics are no longer necessary to recommend new music to listeners.

“Why do you need to read a review? Listen to it. It is freely available! Decide for yourself. "I would never read an album review and say, 'I'm not going to listen to it now,'" he said.

Ed Sheeran, who will release his new album 'Subtract' in May, also said he is not sure what the future holds for his music career.

The British singer also revealed that the release of 'Subtract' marks the end of his record deal with Warner Music, and said he's not sure how he'll release new music next.

"It depends. I'm kind of fluid right now because this is my last album with Warner. So I don't know what I will do next," he said.

“To be honest, yeah, I might release a record regardless. This can be quite entertaining. Just to try it," he added.

Ed Sheeran also explained how his touring schedule has changed since becoming a father – the singer has two daughters, two-year-old Lyra and 8-month-old Jupiter.

"I don't want my kids to be homeschooled," he commented about taking his daughters with him on their tours. For this reason, he plans to hit the brakes when his girls are old enough to go to school.

“I love the way country artists do it. They just go and give concerts on the weekends," he said.

“This is obviously not possible in America because I live so far away from America. But it's definitely possible in Europe, just to go out and play in Frankfurt on a Saturday night and come back," Ed Sheeran said.