Jelly Roll Cancels New Zealand Show Due to Illness: ‘Please Forgive Me’

November 8, 2025 – Radio 854 Music News:

Country-rapper Jelly Roll has cancelled his New Zealand appearance on his Down Under 2025 tour after falling ill, sending an apologetic message to his fans and disappointing thousands waiting at the venue.

What happened

• The show was due to take place at The Outer Fields at Western Springs in Auckland, the only New Zealand stop on Jelly Roll’s tour.

• On Instagram, Jelly Roll wrote: “Dear Auckland, I’ve done everything I can, I just can’t shake it. It breaks my heart … Just couldn’t do it this time. Please forgive me.”

• Promoter Live Nation confirmed the cancellation just before showtime and announced automatic full refunds for all ticket-holders.

Fan reaction & context

• Fans were gathered and ready to enjoy the headliner when the announcement came over loud speakers around 6 pm. Many had travelled significant distances and incurred costs for tickets and travel.

• Several fans expressed sympathy for the artist’s health, but also frustration at the very last-minute nature of the cancellation.

• Jelly Roll is known for his emotionally-charged performances and connection with his audience, making this cancellation a particularly tough moment for both him and his fan base.

What this means

For Radio 854 listeners—especially those who love the blend of pop, oldies and contemporary crossover hits—this news is a reminder that even big-name artists face real-life challenges.

• The automatic refund means ticket-holders are covered: check with your point of purchase for details.

• Jelly Roll’s heartfelt note underscores his commitment to his fans, even when things go off-track.

• This might mean he’ll return to New Zealand in future; keep an eye on official channels for reschedule announcements.

Final thoughts

Jelly Roll’s cancellation is disappointing for all involved—but his honesty and the promoter’s swift refund action are positives in a hard situation. As fans of music and live shows, we know surprises happen. We’ll stay tuned for when he can bring that energy down under again.