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D’Angelo has canceled his highly anticipated comeback performance at the 2025 Roots Picnic in Philadelphia.

The headlining slot was supposed to be D’Angelo’s first public performance to an audience in nearly a decade, but in a statement posted to Instagram on Friday night, the Black Messiah singer explained that he “must cancel” the appearance “due to an unforeseen medical delay regarding surgery” he had earlier this year.

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Continuing, D’Angelo wrote that it’s “nearly impossible” to express how disappointed he is to miss the performance, and thanked his fans for their continued support.

He also added that new music may be on the horizon, writing, “I’m currently in the Lab, and can’t wait to serve up what’s in the pot! Love u all and will see you very soon!” Read the full statement below.

The Roots Picnic will take place from May 31st through June 1st at The Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. D’Angelo was announced as the headliner this past February, and his set would have marked his first major performance since 2016.

Now, in lieu of D’Angelo, the festival has announced that Maxwell has joined the lineup, writing that he will be bringing “that once-in-a-lifetime, sing-it-from-your-chest, soul-stirring magic that only he can deliver.” Other artists slated to perform include Lenny Kravitz, Miguel, Kaytranda, GloRilla, Pusha T, Tems, Latto, 2 Chainz, Musiq Soulchild, and more. Get tickets here.

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