Childish Gambino Cancels Tour Over Health Issue Requiring Surgery

Today, Childish Gambino took to Twitter/X to announce that the remainder of his North American, European, and UK tour dates have been canceled. The performer explained to his followers that he’s been dealing with an unspecified health issue, which he sought a professional opinion on in Houston earlier this week. Unfortunately, he learned that the issue was serious enough that he had to cancel that night’s show. Upon further analysis, he realized he wouldn’t be able to complete the rest of the tour.

“After my show in New Orleans, I went to the hospital in Houston to make sure of an ailment that had become apparent,” he wrote. “After being assesed, it became clear i would not perform that night, and after more tests, i could not perform the rest of the US tour in the time asked. As of now I have surgery scheduled and need time out to heal.

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Childish Gambino Opens Up About Health Issue

“My path to recovery is something I need to confront seriously,” Childish Gambino continued. “With that said, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the remainder of the North American tour and the UK and European dates. Tickets will be refunded at point of purchase. I want nothing more than to bring this show to the fans and perform. Until then, thanks for love, privacy, and support.” Fans are wishing the hitmaker a speedy recovery, and commending him for putting his health first.

Childish Gambino’s announcement arrived just a few weeks after he postponed the remainder of the tour. That week, he told the Wall Street Journal that fans would get the “best live show” they’d ever seen. He even promised their money back if it didn’t live up to their expectations. Hopefully, he’ll be able to heal and get back on the road as soon as he’d like to. What do you think of Childish Gambino announcing that he has to get surgery for an unspecified ailment? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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Pras Admits He’s Frustrated For Fugees Fans After Last-Minute Tour Cancelation 

Earlier this month, Lauryn Hill canceled the North American leg of her Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill anniversary tour with the Fugees, just days before it was scheduled to begin. Of course, supporters were disappointed, prompting Hill to deliver an explanation on Instagram. She told followers that “some media outlet’s penchant for sensationalism and clickbait headlines have seemingly created a narrative that has affected ticket sales.”

This sparked even more backlash, as fans questioned why she wasn’t taking accountability for her reputation of frequent tardiness and cancelations. Fellow Fugees artist Pras agreed with those calling Hill out, telling TMZ at the time that he too has grown frustrated by her offstage antics. Now, he’s weighed in on the debacle yet again, this time in a recent chat with Vulture. To start, he addressed his new song “Bar Mitzva,” which many believed was a diss track.

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Pras Denies Dissing Lauryn Hill

Pras Admits He’s Frustrated For Fugees Fans After Last-Minute Tour Cancelation 
Singers Wyclef Jean, Ms. Lauryn Hill and Pras Michel perform onstage with The Fugees at Crypto.com Arena on November 04, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

He denies this, insisting that he was simply expressing himself. “You’re family, you have internal disagreements, but it’s not going to be on a level where I’m dissing her — that doesn’t make any sense,” he told the outlet. “Artistically speaking, sometimes we say things because that’s how we express ourselves. […] This track is me speaking my truth. When I was writing the record, those lines just came out.”

He added that “everyone’s frustration has been building up” about the tour cancelation, as “this is not something that just happened overnight.” Pras also feels for supporters who were looking forward to seeing them live, only to have the opportunity taken away unexpectedly. “They are paying their hard-earned money to see you,” he explained. “We’re going on almost three decades of our existence, individually and as a group. To have people still interested in wanting to come see you, man, you have to be grateful.” What do you think of Pras’ take on Lauryn Hill’s last-minute Fugees tour cancelation? Do you agree with him or not? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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SiR’s Toronto Show Cancelation Leads To Speculation That Drake Is To Blame

SiR is the latest TDE artist to have their show in Toronto canceled with short notice after ScHoolboy Q suffered a similar fate, earlier this month. A reason for SiR’s cancelation wasn’t given, but he says the decision was from the venue. Expectedly, the situation has caused fans to theorize that Drake was behind the move following his viral feud with Kendrick Lamar.

“This sh*t didn’t age well at all….” SiR joked, resurfacing his original post. In another, he confirmed: “So sorry to my Toronto fans. The show has been cancelled. We’re working on rescheduling for a later date..” When fans began theorizing the cancelation could have been due to low ticket sales, SiR clarified that it was a sold-out date. “For those wondering, we sold that show out. It was cancelled by the venue. Not sure why. My apologies again to those that came just to see me,” he wrote.

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Kendrick Lamar Performs During “The Pop Out – Ken & Friends”

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 19: Kendrick Lamar performs onstage during The Pop Out – Ken & Friends Presented by pgLang and Free Lunch at The Kia Forum on June 19, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Timothy Norris/Getty Images for pgLang, Amazon Music, & Free Lunch)

ScHoolboy Q responded to the announcement, writing: “HAHAHAHAHAHHAAHHAHAA TAKE YO ASS HOME BOY.. SING ON THE BUS ITS OVA WIT.” Fans shared their takes on the situation in the replies. “If a n***a got enough influence to get you barred from a country and you can’t do the same to him, I’m afraid that he may actually be more important outside of social media lol,” one user wrote. One more wrote: “Toronto still banning TDE is the lamest thing I read on here [crying emoji] this is super petty.”

SiR Confirms Cancelation Of His Toronto Show

Check out the posts on X above. SiR’s next concert is set for Detroit on Friday night. Be on the lookout for further updates on SiR and the rest of TDE on HotNewHipHop.

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ScHoolboy Q Endures Another Concert Cancelation

ScHoolboy Q has had to postpone his concert in Chicago that was set for Saturday night after numerous airlines were affected by the CrowdStrike/Microsoft outage. Devin Malik, who is on the schedule to open for Q at the show, explained the postponement in a post on Instagram. “No plane in cali could get us to chicago in time forced us to move it a couple days up. See yall there,” Malik wrote.

After the announcement, Q wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “BraH” with a facepalming emoji. It’s the second time this has happened, after his concert in Toronto, Canada was scrapped due to safety concerns. At the time, he theorized on social media that Drake, who has been beefing with Kendrick Lamar, set up the cancelation.

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ScHoolboy Q Performs During Dreamville Music Festival

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – APRIL 06: Schoolboy Q performs during the 2024 Dreamville Music Festival at Dorothea Dix Park on April 06, 2024 in Raleigh, North Carolina. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/WireImage)

In response to the latest news, fans on X emphasized with Q. “Bros having the worst week,” one user wrote. Another added: “Just drove 6 hrs from northern michigan to come see the show tonight …. now its cancelled. idek what to think or do.” Drake fans trolled Q over the situation. “Is this Drake fault? You aren’t saying someone in Chi going to get hurt…” one wrote. “You not going to apologize for causing unnecessary drama spreading more lies but stop blaming ppl not involved when things fall through on your end. Place the blame where it belongs, on those responsible.”

ScHoolboy Q Reacts To Concert Cancelation

After complaining online about the Toronto show’s cancelation, Q wrote: “Nvm tHis sH*t [lowkey] Hilarious… Iono wHy dot [Lamar] put me in tHat f*cking video,” referring to Lamar’s “Not Like Us” diss track. Be on the lookout for further updates on ScHoolboy Q as well as Drake and Kendrick Lamar on HotNewHipHop.

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Jack Harlow Is “Trying To Focus On The Positive” After Having To Cancel Gazebo Festival Over Tornado Warnings

Jack Harlow has had to cancel the final day of his inaugural Gazebo Festival after severe weather hit the Louisville, Kentucky area on Sunday. Organizers confirmed that tornado warnings were enough to bring an early close to the festival. Harlow reacted to the news on his Instagram Story afterward.

“Well. We have to cancel day 2 of @gazebo. We are currently on a tornado watch. I know things cleared up a little bit but the bad weather has damaged the site and there are more storms and dangerous winds on the way. This means everyone on day 2 including myself won’t be performing anymore,” he wrote. “I’m trying to focus on the positive because all I felt was happiness yesterday. I’m grateful for our flawless first day and for the way this city came together. Thank you so much. I’m sorry.”

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Jack Harlow Attends His Gazebo Festival

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY – MAY 25: Jack Harlow attends the inaugural 2024 Gazebo Festival at Waterfront Park on May 25, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Sarah Anne Cohen/WireImage)

In a statement from the organizers of the festival, they wrote: “The safety of our patrons, artists and staff is paramount. Due to continuing hazardous conditions throughout the early afternoon and a second wave of weather expected this evening, we have made the very difficult decision to cancel the remainder of Gazebo Festival.” Attendees who bought tickets for Sunday will be receiving a full refund while other fans who grabbed passes for the entire weekend will be getting 50 percent back. In addition to Harlow, the final day was going to include performances from PinkPantheress, Omar Apollo, and Slum Village, among others. SZA, Vince Staples, James Blake, and more artists already made appearances at the event.

Jack Harlow Cancels Gazebo Festival

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Check out Harlow’s comments on the Gazebo Festival cancelation above. It isn’t the first music festival to undergo cancelation due to weather this spring as Lovers & Friends faced a similar fate. Be on the lookout for further updates on Jack Harlow on HotNewHipHop.

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Victoria Monet Drops Out Of Several Festivals Due To “Health Issues”

Victoria Monet has revealed that he’s dropping out of several festival appearances this summer due to health issues she’s been dealing with. In a statement on social media, she announced that she’ll no longer perform at Roots Picnic on June 1, Governors Ball on June 9, or the Blavity House Party Music Festival on June 15.

“I am gutted to share that I will no longer be able to perform at Governors Ball (NYC), Roots Picnic (Philadelphia) or Blavity (Nashville) this June,” she wrote on her Instagram Story. “Candidly I have been dealing with some ongoing health issues that have to be addressed right now, but I will be back out there soon, that’s a promise! Please know it wasn’t an easy call but it’s definitely for the best. All other shows are still moving forward as planned.”

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Victoria Monet Attends Coachella

COACHELLA, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 19: Victoria Monét attends Heineken House at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on April 19, 2024 in Coachella, California. (Photo by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images for Heineken)

Monet’s announcement comes following her Coachella performance back in April. Despite making it through okay at that festival, she revealed on social media afterward that she’s suffering from polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). The chronic hormonal reproductive disorder has symptoms that can include weight gain, infertility, acne, thinning hair, enlarged ovaries, and irregular periods. She wrote on her Instagram Story at the time: “Welp.. I gained a lot of weight and it went a lot of places lol face, arms, tummy and most effectively… datassss… I usually am so critical and frustrated by it because PCOS has me really messed up, but optimistically at least now there’s two moons on the stage.” Check out her latest update for fans below.

Victoria Monet Updates Fans On Health Struggles

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Monet appears to still plan on performing at Broccoli City Festival in Washington, DC on July 27, Lollapalooza in Chicago on August 1, and Outside Lands Festival in San Francisco on August 9, according to Billboard. Be on the lookout for further updates on Victoria Monet on HotNewHipHop.

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Usher & Kelly Rowland React To Lovers & Friends Cancelation: “Just As Disappointed As You Are”

Usher, Kelly Rowland, and more reacted to the news that Lovers & Friends has officially canceled its 2024 event on social media, over the weekend. In a lengthy post on Twitter, Usher expressed his “heartfelt gratitude” for the fans and admitted he’s “just as disappointed” as they are. As for Rowland, she described herself as “gutted” and apologized.

“Mannn…I’m just as disappointed as you are,” Usher wrote. “We were getting ready to turn up and celebrate today. I have to follow the orders of city officials and the National Weather Service for everyone’s protection and stand strong in my belief that everything happens for a reason. I’m sorry we won’t get to see each other today, but know that I am always working on something to express my heartfelt gratitude for each and every one of you who continue to support me. I’ll see you soon.”

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Usher Performs At Lovers & Friends Festival

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – MAY 06: Usher performs onstage during the Lovers & Friends music festival at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on May 06, 2023, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/WireImage)

As for Kelly Rowland, she wrote on Instagram: “Can’t Lie, I am so gutted that Lovers & Friends is canceled. Apologies to all who came early. And thank you to ALL who supported!” The organizers made the announcement less than 15 hours before the festival’s start time, citing the National Weather Service’s high wind warning. “The National Weather Service has now issued a High Wind Warning, including dangerous 30-35 mph sustained winds with gusts potentially more than 60 mph,” organizers wrote in a statement. “Following advice from the National Weather Service and in consultation with local public officials, we must make the safest decision for our fans, artists, and staff, and cancel tomorrow’s Lovers & Friends Festival.”

Usher & Kelly Rowland Respond To Lovers & Friends Announcement

 
 
 
 
 
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They added: “This was an incredibly heartbreaking decision to make as we are aware that fans have traveled from all over the world to enjoy this incredible lineup of superstars and have been looking forward to this event for several months. We’ve worked hard to create an amazing event for you, and we are just as disappointed as you are.” Check out Usher and Rowland’s responses to the news above. Be on the lookout for further updates on Lovers & Friends Festival on HotNewHipHop.

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Nicki Minaj Apologizes For Missed Concert, Promises To Schedule A Make-Up Show

Nicki Minaj has apologized for canceling her concert in New Orleans at the last minute, earlier this week. After facing plenty of backlash for the move, she took to social media to set the record straight and promise she’ll be adding a make-up date on the Pink Friday 2 World Tour.

“Please accept my sincerest apologies for having to reschedule our date together. You mean so much to me & I hate that things didn’t go as planned. Within the next few days, I hope to update our schedule with a new date that I can give you 100% of myself & nothing less. You don’t deserve to pay for a tkt to see me up there rapping with the flu. Absolutely NOT. Thank you for your patience. Thank you for your well wishes.”

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Nicki Minaj Performs On “Pink Friday 2 World Tour”

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 01: (Exclusive Coverage) Nicki Minaj performs during the opening night of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour at Oakland Arena on March 01, 2024, in Oakland, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Live Nation)

“It may have to be in MAY due to the NBA finals, but we won’t complete this tour w/o you,“ she added. “As long as you’ll have me, my team & I will be there.” While fans were furious at the last-minute nature of Minaj’s cancelation, her apology seems to have made the situation better. In the replies to her tweet, fans were mostly supportive of the rapper. “Sending you love and good vibes. Please take care of your health queen. we love you so much,” one fan posted. Another wrote: “We luv u muva in May? My babies gon be outta school and I Polly can finally make it… god willing.” Check out the full apology below.

Nicki Minaj Clears The Air

While she missed the New Orleans show, Minaj appears to still be planning on going ahead with her next date in Atlanta on Wednesday night. Be on the lookout for further updates on Nicki Minaj on HotNewHipHop.

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Kanye West Reveals Why He Can’t Be Anti-Semitic And Why He Can’t Be Canceled

Kanye West is someone who has always been controversial. Overall, he has maintained a certain level of controversy ever since he burst onto the scene. However, things took a turn for the absolute worst back in 2022. This is when Ye started making anti-semitic ramblings. Furthermore, he began hanging out with white nationalists like Nick Fuentes. It was all very concerning but Ye kept up the charade. Now, he has an album out and there are people who have essentially forgotten about his existence.

That said, there are still millions of people ready to support Ye, no matter what. Recently, the Vultures rapper was approached by TMZ while at the airport. It was here where he was asked whether or not he apologizes for the things he said in the past. Overall, Ye wasn’t too focused on dishing out an apology. Instead, he claimed that the only ones he feels bad for are Jewish kids. He also claimed that he could not be anti-semitic because black people are the real Semitic people.

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Kanye West Speaks Out

As for cancelation, well, Ye feels as though cancelation is simply something that cannot happen to him. He believes that this is because he is simply too interesting of an artist for people to stop listening to. It is a pretty interesting theory. Although if you look at what is happening with Anthony Fantano right now, it is clear that Ye just has a cultish fanbase. They believe in everything he does, and if you disagree, you are somehow the bad guy. Either way, Ye continues to succeed, despite everything.

Let us know what you think of his recent comments, down below. Also, did you listen to Vultures? If so, what did you think of it? Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world. We will continue to keep you informed on all of your favorite artists and any of their upcoming releases.

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Drake & 21 Savage Cancel Memphis Concert: “Logistically Impossible”

Drake and 21 Savage have canceled their upcoming concert at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. In a statement from a representative for Drake, the rapper’s team explains that it would’ve been “logistically impossible” to put on the show at the venue.

“Due to the magnitude of the production of the Drake concert, it is logistically impossible to bring the show as designed to the FedExForum on August 6th,” the statement reads. “Unfortunately, the show is canceled.” Ticketmaster also updated its page for the concert with the message: “Unfortunately, the Event Organizer has had to cancel your event.”

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Drake & 21 Savage Perform Together

ATLANTA, GA – DECEMBER 9: Rapper Drake and Rapper 21 Savage perform onstage during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Prince Williams/Wireimage)

News of Drake’s canceled concert comes as he prepares for the release of his next studio album, For All The Dogs. At an It’s All a Blur Tour show in New York City, Drake teased that the project will be dropping in just a few short weeks. “Make new friends. If you drink, drink some liquor. If you smoke, smoke some weed. And if you like somebody, like my dad says, keep fucking,” Drake said on stage. “I will be back soon. I have an album dropping for you in, like, two weeks or some shit. But until then, just know, you’re always with me and I’m always thinking of you. Everything I do is for you. Every time I step in that booth, I hope I make you proud.”

Drake announced the new album in conjunction with the release of his recent book of poetry, Titles Ruin Everything. Drake will continue performing on the It’s All A Blur tour throughout the United States and Canada through October. His next show is Tuesday night at the Wells Fargo Center in Philidelphia. It’s his second night in the city. On Monday, he brought out Meek Mill for a hometown appearance.

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