Drake Pulls the Plug on Australia & New Zealand Shows, Fans Left in Limbo
In a twist that has taken fans by surprise, Drake has decided to cancel the final four dates of his highly-anticipated Anita Max Win Tour across Australia and New Zealand. The decision, confirmed by a representative for the megastar, stems from an undisclosed scheduling conflict that leaves many fans feeling a bit out of sorts. “We are actively working on rescheduling these dates along with adding some additional shows,” the rep stated. Initially set to perform in Auckland on March 15 and 16, and in Brisbane and Sydney earlier that month, ticket holders are now anxiously awaiting further updates.
Despite these disruptions, the rapper had already graced major cities including Melbourne and Perth with his unforgettable performances, promoting his latest surprise album, *Some Sexy Songs 4 U*, a collaborative effort with PartyNextDoor that stormed to No. 1 on the US Billboard 200 only weeks ago. The album released on Valentine’s Day has undoubtedly added to the excitement of the tour, making the cancellations all the more disappointing for devoted fans.
Drake’s camp has reassured ticket holders that any purchased tickets for the now-canceled shows will remain valid for their new dates. They’ve also offered refunds for fans who prefer an immediate resolution, though those refunds would reopen the opportunity for others to snag those coveted sold-out seats.
While it appears that Drake has made this tough decision purely out of scheduling considerations, fans can’t help but speculate. There’s ongoing buzz surrounding the rapper, not just from his tour antics but also his legal woes with Universal Music Group and his infamous feud with Kendrick Lamar. Navigating the high-stakes realm of celebrity, it brings a whole new level of pressure that hardcore fans can only hope doesn’t cause further changes.
In the meantime, the Drake vibes will just have to hold tight, as both he and his team expressed sincere apologies for the inconvenience and excitement to return down under soon. Until then, let’s hope these conflicts resolve quickly so we can see more of the 6 God in action.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Billboard, Complex, Rolling Stone
