D’Angelo Cancels Roots Picnic Performance Over Medical Issue
rollingstone.comPublished: 5/24/2025
Summary
D’Angelo hinted at his health struggles before announcing his absence from this year’s Roots Picnic in Philadelphia. The singer shared on Instagram that a medical delay after surgery led to the event, with fans expressing well wishes for his recovery. He apologized but teased new music is on the horizon, reflecting his ongoing commitment to creating despite initial setbacks. D’Angelo wasn’t performing at the fest, which also featured Maxwell as one of the headliners alongside Lenny Kravitz and others.