Jane’s Addiction recently made headlines as they canceled their tour following an incident in which lead singer Perry Farrell punched guitarist Dave Navarro during a concert in Boston. The band issued an apology to their fans via Instagram, explaining the decision to cancel their upcoming show in Bridgeport. Concertgoers were promised a full refund. This news came shortly after Farrell’s wife, Etty Lau, shared her husband’s perspective on the incident, revealing that Farrell was struggling with tinnitus and a sore throat that affected his voice and that tensions among band members had been rising.
During the concert in Boston, Farrell lost his temper after feeling like he was being drowned out by his bandmates playing loudly. Fans reported that Farrell appeared to be heavily intoxicated and tensions escalated during the performance, ultimately leading to an altercation between Farrell and Navarro. Etty Lau shared her account of the events, stating that bassist Eric Avery joined the conflict and physically confronted Farrell. Attendees witnessed Farrell’s breakdown and distress after the incident, as well as the chaotic aftermath of the altercation. Disappointed fans expressed concerns over Farrell’s behavior, specifically noting his heavy drinking during performances.
The incident in Boston occurred after Jane’s Addiction had just reunited for a tour after a 14-year hiatus. Prior to this, the band had performed in New York City, where Farrell had openly shared his struggle with his voice and performance capabilities. Bassist Eric Avery also addressed fans on Instagram, expressing optimism for future performances. A review of a performance before the Boston incident noted Farrell’s difficulty keeping up with his bandmates, particularly during the song ‘Mountain Song’ when he was seen drinking from a bottle of wine on stage. The review highlighted Farrell’s disjointed delivery and struggles to match the intensity of the band behind him.
Following the altercation in Boston, Farrell’s wife, Etty Lau, offered her perspective on the incident, shedding light on the tensions among band members and Farrell’s struggles with his voice. Lau detailed the sequence of events that led up to the confrontation between Farrell and Navarro, as well as the involvement of other band members, including Avery. Attendees recalled the chaotic nature of the performance, with fans expressing disappointment over Farrell’s intoxicated state and subsequent breakdown. The cancelation of the tour left fans in dismay, as Jane’s Addiction’s reunion had initially sparked excitement and anticipation among fans.
In the aftermath of the altercation and subsequent cancelation of the tour, Jane’s Addiction faced scrutiny and backlash from fans and critics alike. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions within the band, particularly Farrell’s struggles with his voice and performance, leading to outbursts on stage. The cancelation of the tour was met with disappointment from fans who had been looking forward to seeing the band reunite after years of separation. The future of Jane’s Addiction remains uncertain as they navigate the fallout from the incident and reassess their next steps as a band.
