The Perry Farrell-fronted band has decided to pull the plug on their next gig after the on-stage altercation between the lead vocalist and guitarist Dave Navarro in Boston.
- Sep 15, 2024
AceShowbiz - It was a night fans won't soon forget - Jane's Addiction's performance in Boston was cut short when an onstage altercation erupted between singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro. As tensions simmered and eventually boiled over, the band was forced to issue a public apology to their fans and cancel subsequent shows.
The incident occurred during Jane's Addiction's set at the MGM Music Hall when a visibly upset Perry Farrell threw a punch at Dave Navarro, abruptly ending the concert. Footage of the altercation shows that the band was in the middle of playing "Ocean Size," their 11th song of the night, when Farrell's frustrations with the sound levels reached a boiling point.
"We want to extend a heartfelt apology for the events that unfolded last night," the band stated in an Instagram story following the incident. "As a result, we will be cancelling tomorrow night's show in Bridgeport."
Fans who had purchased tickets for the Bridgeport concert were provided with refund details, but the future of the tour, set to continue through October 16, remains uncertain.
Etty Lou Farrell, Perry's wife, shared her perspective on the incident via Instagram, explaining that her husband had been battling discomfort from tinnitus and a sore throat exacerbated by the high volume levels on stage. This, she claimed, led to his aggressive outburst toward Navarro, who tried to maintain his composure, looking baffled and allegedly saying, "What the f**k?"
However, Etty Lou was critical of bassist Eric Avery's actions during the scuffle, which spilled backstage, accusing him of taking "cheap shots" at Perry while he was being restrained by the crew. "He put Perry in a headlock and punched him in the stomach three times," she alleged.
The chaotic night ended with Perry breaking down and crying backstage. "Perry was a crazed beast for the next half an hour - he finally did not calm down," his wife claimed.
Jane's Addiction has long been known for its internal friction, dating back to their split at the height of their popularity in 1991. With members often divided into factions, the latest altercation seems to underscore ongoing tensions within the band. Despite previous reunions, their relationships remain fraught, as evidenced by this recent incident.
The band's tour, which marked the first time their original lineup had performed together in years, was scheduled to conclude in Los Angeles on October 16. Whether they will continue as planned remains to be seen, as fans await further updates.