Jane’s Addiction had to cancel their next concert after singer Perry Farrell had an onstage meltdown during a show in Boston. The band issued a heartfelt apology to their fans through Instagram and announced that the show in Bridgeport, Connecticut would not go on as planned. The altercation between Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro at the Boston show raised questions about the future of the band and their reunion tour featuring the classic lineup.
Etty Lau Farrell, Perry Farrell’s wife, took to Instagram to address the incident and provide some insight into what led to the onstage meltdown. She explained that there had been tension and animosity between the band members, affecting the dynamic that made Jane’s Addiction so special. Perry Farrell’s frustration had been mounting throughout the tour, exacerbated by issues with the volume on stage drowning out his voice, as well as suffering from tinnitus and a sore throat. When audience members complained about the volume, Perry lost control, leading to the chaotic scene during the show.
During the Boston show, Perry Farrell was unable to hear himself over the loud stage volume, resulting in him screaming to be heard. Etty Lau Farrell described Avery putting Perry in a headlock and punching him while Navarro tried to de-escalate the situation. A crew member intervened to separate Avery, who later apologized to the crowd. Perry remained in a heightened emotional state, eventually breaking down in tears. Farrell had already been struggling with his voice in a previous show in New York City, indicating that there were issues affecting his performances leading up to the Boston incident.
Despite the turmoil during the Boston show, Jane’s Addiction is scheduled to perform in Toronto, Canada next. The band faced uncertainty following the onstage meltdown, as fans questioned the future of the tour and the band as a whole. With the cancellation of the Bridgeport show and the public apology issued by the band, it remains to be seen how Jane’s Addiction will move forward from this incident. The tension and issues within the band that led to the meltdown will need to be addressed in order to ensure the success and continuity of the reunion tour.
