FOR Lauryn Hill’s “Miseducation” 20th Anniversary tour, several artists were slated to perform, including Santigold, Nas, SZA and Dave Chappelle. However, it seems like some performances were ultimately cut from the final roster. The cancellations were not taken lightly by fans, who were told there were “production issues.” This isn’t the first issue that the “Miseducation” tour has faced. After angering fans when she showed up late in Toronto earlier this summer, several North American show dates were canceled. These problems come just one month after Robert Glasper claimed that Hill stole music during the making of her first album and has failed to credit musicians in the past. He told a Houston radio show, “She likes to take credit so she can become this super person. If you’re a super person and you’re that talented ... do it!” Hill then released a lengthy statement negating the accusations. “I’m confused as to why such a principled musician, who thought I ‘stole’ from his friends, would show up to work for me anyway. If that was hypocrisy or opportunism instead of genuine interest, it would further explain why an artist would feel the need to put his or her guard up.” Following the Portland concert, Billboard gave Hill’s performance a stellar review, noting the honest vulnerability and the musical spontaneity she brings to the stage. (SD-Agencies) |