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Jon Batiste cancels concerts, citing 'personal circumstances'
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk KiMi Robinson, USA TODAY , as published by Galveston County Daily News
· August 12, 2026
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Jon Batiste is taking an unexpected break from touring due to "some personal circumstances." The eight-time Grammy winner on Tuesday, Aug. 11, canceled three upcoming performances.
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