Rock band Jane's Addiction has canceled their entire US tour following an onstage altercation between guitarist Dave Navarro and lead singer Perry Farrell.
According to Daily Mail Online, the incident occurred during their performance in Boston last Friday, forcing the band to make the difficult decision to discontinue their current tour.
The fight reportedly broke out during the band's rendition of "Mountain Song," with eyewitnesses claiming that Farrell, 65, began shouting at Navarro, 57, mid-performance. The situation escalated to the point where the band felt they had no choice but to cancel all remaining tour dates.
On Monday, Dave Navarro released a statement addressing the cancellation and the reasons behind it. In his statement, Navarro cited concerns about Farrell's behavior and mental health as the primary factors in the decision to end the tour prematurely.
Navarro expressed deep regret for disappointing fans who had already purchased tickets, acknowledging the difficulty of the situation. He emphasized that the band could not guarantee a safe environment on stage or consistently deliver high-quality performances under the current circumstances.
The guitarist concluded his statement with a heartfelt message, saying, "Our hearts are broken," and signing off along with bandmates Eric and Stephen.
Following the altercation, Perry Farrell's wife, Etty Lau, took to social media to provide her husband's perspective on the events that transpired. She claimed that Farrell had been struggling with tinnitus and a sore throat, which affected his ability to perform.
Lau explained that Farrell felt the stage volume was excessively loud, making it difficult for him to hear his own voice. She also mentioned that there had been ongoing tension between band members, which she believed contributed to the dynamic of the group.
According to Lau's account, the situation reached a boiling point when audience members in the front row began complaining and cursing at Farrell, claiming they couldn't hear him over the band's volume.
Jane's Addiction, formed in Los Angeles in 1985, has a history of internal conflicts and reunions. The band first embarked on a "farewell" tour back in 1991, indicating that tensions within the group are not a new phenomenon.
This recent tour marked the first time in 14 years that the band's original lineup had performed together. The cancellation of the tour represents a significant setback for the group and their fans, who had been eagerly anticipating their performances.
Dayle Gloria, an LA club promoter who helped discover the band in 1986, expressed her disappointment at the turn of events. She shared her hope that Perry Farrell would receive the help he needs, potentially allowing the band to recapture their magic in the future.
Jane's Addiction has canceled their entire US tour following an onstage altercation between Dave Navarro and Perry Farrell in Boston. Navarro cited concerns about Farrell's behavior and mental health as reasons for the cancellation. Farrell's wife provided insight into the difficulties he faced during performances. The incident has left fans disappointed and highlights the long-standing tensions within the band.
