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Winnipeg Free Press
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Drake officially cancels postponed Australia, New Zealand shows after months of delay
TORONTO – Five months after Drake backed out of concerts in Australia and New Zealand, his fans are set to get their money back. Live Nation Australia has notified ticketholders that four postponed shows for the Toronto rapper's Anita Max Win tour are now officially cancelled, after assurances earlier this year that they would be rescheduled. The entertainment company says refunds will be issued, stating on the TicketTek retailer website that 'extensive efforts' to reschedule the shows 'within the necessary timeframe was not possible.' It added that Drake remains committed to performing in the countries again 'when his schedule permits.' Drake blamed a 'scheduling conflict' when he sidelined the tour, which was his first since a crippling spat with rap rival Kendrick Lamar. At the opening show Feb. 4 in Perth, he walked onto the stage wearing a black hoodie that appeared to be punctured by bullet holes, the mock wounds on his back pouring out theatrical smoke. A few shows later, he handed out cash to a few lucky fans, which attracted so much attention that people started showing up with signs begging him for financial aid. The Anita Max Win tour stalled out shortly after that, and he postponed the last four shows. Ticketholders were offered refunds or the opportunity to hang onto their tickets for rescheduled dates that never materialized. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Since then, Drake has performed elsewhere. Last month, he surprised fans of Morgan Wallen with an appearance at the controversial country star's second tour date in Houston. He then took the stage with the Backstreet Boys a few weeks later in Toronto, where the boy band jokingly welcomed him as their 'sixth member.' He also made a guest appearance at rapper Central Cee's concert in Toronto, telling the audience that his star-studded hip-hop concert OVO Fest would return this summer. So far, dates have not been announced. Drake also joined his collaborator PartyNextDoor for a run of U.K. tour dates earlier this month, with more European shows booked throughout September. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 31, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Drake officially cancels postponed Australia, New Zealand shows after months of delay
TORONTO - Five months after Drake backed out of concerts in Australia and New Zealand, his fans are set to get their money back. Live Nation Australia has notified ticketholders that four postponed shows for the Toronto rapper's Anita Max Win tour are now officially cancelled, after assurances earlier this year that they would be rescheduled. The entertainment company says refunds will be issued, stating on the TicketTek retailer website that 'extensive efforts' to reschedule the shows 'within the necessary timeframe was not possible.' It added that Drake remains committed to performing in the countries again 'when his schedule permits.' Drake blamed a 'scheduling conflict' when he sidelined the tour, which was his first since a crippling spat with rap rival Kendrick Lamar. At the opening show Feb. 4 in Perth, he walked onto the stage wearing a black hoodie that appeared to be punctured by bullet holes, the mock wounds on his back pouring out theatrical smoke. A few shows later, he handed out cash to a few lucky fans, which attracted so much attention that people started showing up with signs begging him for financial aid. The Anita Max Win tour stalled out shortly after that, and he postponed the last four shows. Ticketholders were offered refunds or the opportunity to hang onto their tickets for rescheduled dates that never materialized. Since then, Drake has performed elsewhere. Last month, he surprised fans of Morgan Wallen with an appearance at the controversial country star's second tour date in Houston. He then took the stage with the Backstreet Boys a few weeks later in Toronto, where the boy band jokingly welcomed him as their 'sixth member.' He also made a guest appearance at rapper Central Cee's concert in Toronto, telling the audience that his star-studded hip-hop concert OVO Fest would return this summer. So far, dates have not been announced. Drake also joined his collaborator PartyNextDoor for a run of U.K. tour dates earlier this month, with more European shows booked throughout September. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 31, 2025.
9 News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- 9 News
Drake officially cancels remaining dates of Australia and New Zealand tour
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here BREAKING New inflation data paves way for interest rate cut in two weeks Drake has cancelled the remaining shows on his Australian and New Zealand tour, months after he abruptly postponed the dates due to a scheduling conflict. Drake's management said the team was "actively working on rescheduling these dates along with adding some additional shows". Drake has cancelled the remaining shows on his Australian and New Zealand tour. (Getty) Live Nation Australia confirmed the cancellation in a statement on its website. "Live Nation Australia regrets to inform you that the previously postponed Drake shows in Australia and New Zealand have now been officially cancelled," the company said. "Despite extensive efforts to find a solution, rescheduling within the necessary timeframe was not possible. "Drake remains committed to returning and performing these shows when his schedule permits. "All purchases for the cancelled shows will receive a refund." Drake kicked off the February tour in Perth in early February before heading to Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. According to air tracking websites, Drake's plane left Brisbane for Nadi in Fiji. CONTACT US
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Drake cancels Australia and New Zealand tour dates
Drake has officially canceled his postponed concerts in Australia and New Zealand, disappointing fans who had been awaiting new dates since the initial delays earlier this year. The affected shows, which were part of his Anita Max Win Tour, had originally been scheduled for March but were previously postponed due to what was described as a 'scheduling conflict.' According to a statement released by Live Nation Australia on Tuesday, the concerts in Brisbane, Sydney, and Auckland will no longer go ahead. 'Live Nation Australia regrets to inform you that the previously postponed Drake shows in Australia and New Zealand have now been officially cancelled,' the company said on its website. 'Despite extensive efforts to find a solution, rescheduling within the necessary timeframe was not possible. Drake remains committed to returning and performing these shows when his schedule permits.' The Canadian rapper had already completed performances in several Australian cities, including Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, back in February. However, the planned second leg of the tour has now been scrapped entirely. Full refunds will be issued to all ticket holders. Drake has yet to make a personal statement regarding the cancellation. He is currently continuing his Some Special Shows 4 U tour with fellow artist PartyNextDoor, with the next concert set for Wednesday night in Amsterdam. Fans across Australia and New Zealand expressed frustration online over the lack of direct communication from Drake and the long wait for updates. Despite the setback, many remain hopeful he will eventually return for a future leg of the tour.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rap superstar cancels previously postponed tour dates
Drake has canceled his Australian and New Zealand shows five months after the gigs were originally postponed. Ticketholders learned the remainder of the Anita Max Win Tour was canceled on Tuesday, July 29 (Australia time). 'Live Nation Australia regrets to inform you that the previously postponed Drake shows in Australia and New Zealand have now been officially cancelled,' a statement from Live Nation read. 'Despite extensive efforts to find a solution, rescheduling within the necessary timeframe was not possible,' it continued. 'Drake remains committed to returning and performing these shows when his schedule permits.' Anyone who bought tickets for the shows will be refunded. Ticketholders should check their email for information on the refund process, Live Nation said. Originally announced in November 2024, Drake's Anita Max Win Tour was the rapper's first visit to Oceania since 2017, according to Billboard. The 16-date sold-out tour started in February 2025 with shows in Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. While the tour was supposed to end in early March, it was announced on Feb. 26 that the remaining four gigs had been postponed due to a 'scheduling conflict.' Drake's representatives wrote in a statement at the time that the rapper's team was 'actively working on rescheduling these dates along with adding some additional shows,' Rolling Stone AU/NZ reported. However, no further updates came. More music content Here's every mention of Harvard in the lyrics of Tom Lehrer Magical music of 'Harry Potter' will come to life at Springfield Symphony Hall Legendary Mass. satirist who sang of the joys of 'poisoning pigeons' dies at 97 Live Wire: Ware River Club celebrates 25th anniversary of second album Heavy metal icon battling 'devastating' form of cancer gets married Read the original article on MassLive. Solve the daily Crossword
