Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

  • Astrid Renner
  • September 17, 2024 12:03am
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Following an altercation between frontman Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro, the band Jane's Addiction has announced the cancellation of the remaining dates on their current tour.

Jane's Addiction, comprised of Dave Navarro, Stephen Perkins, Perry Farrell, and Eric Avery, has announced the cancellation of the remainder of their tour following an onstage fight between Farrell and Navarro.

The band shared the news in a statement on social media, expressing their decision to "take some time away as a group." Fans were advised to seek refunds from their point of purchase or ticketing site.

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

The cancellation comes after a video emerged showing Farrell throwing a punch at Navarro during their show in Boston on Friday. The incident prompted the band to cancel their subsequent show in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

In a statement on his Instagram, Navarro addressed the cancellation and expressed concern for Farrell's mental health.

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

"Due to a continuing pattern of behavior and the mental health difficulties of our singer Perry Farrell, we have come to the conclusion that we have no choice but to discontinue the current US tour," he wrote.

Navarro expressed hope that Farrell would seek help, adding that the band's "concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative."

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Farrell has since issued an apology for his actions, acknowledging that his "breaking point resulted in inexcusable behavior." He expressed regret for disappointing fans and family.

Farrell's wife, Etty Lau, took to social media to provide further insight into the altercation, suggesting that tensions had been building within the band and that Farrell's health had contributed to his outburst.

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Following the incident, the band had been scheduled to perform in Toronto on Wednesday. However, the entire tour has now been canceled.

Jane's Addiction's decision to cancel the remainder of their tour marks a significant setback for the band and their fans. The incident highlights the challenges that can arise within bands, particularly when mental health issues are involved.

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

The band's announcement has also prompted speculation about the future of Jane's Addiction. While the band has not officially disbanded, the cancellation of the tour and Navarro's comments about Farrell's mental health suggest that the group may be facing an uncertain future.

Fans of Jane's Addiction will be hoping that Farrell receives the support he needs and that the band can eventually resolve their differences and return to performing together.

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

Jane's Addiction Cancels Remainder of Tour After Onstage Fight

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