The Roots Picnic 2025 is fast approaching in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, but fans were hit with unexpected news as D’Angelo pulled out of his scheduled headlining set. In a statement posted on the festival’s Instagram page, the singer cited medical advice as the reason for his withdrawal.
D’Angelo expressed his disappointment, saying, “It is nearly impossible to express how disappointed I am not to be able to play with my brothers the Roots.” He thanked his fans for their support and hinted at new music in the works.
Following the announcement, Maxwell was named as the replacement headliner for the festival. Despite missing out on the main stage at Roots Picnic, D’Angelo assured fans that he is working on new material and is excited to share it soon.
The Roots Picnic, known for its celebration of R&B, neo-soul, and rap music, will continue as planned, with Maxwell stepping in to fill the void left by D’Angelo’s absence. Fans are eagerly anticipating the performances and festivities at the upcoming event.
