Jane’s Addiction’s Reunion Tour Comes to an Abrupt End After Onstage Fight Between Members; ‘We Have No Choice but To…’

As a die-hard Jane’s Addiction fan with decades of their music echoing in my heart, this recent turn of events has left me utterly disheartened and bewildered. The raw, electric energy that Perry Farrell, Dave Navarro, Stephen Perkins, and Eric Avery once conjured together on stage seemed almost magical, a force that transcended the mundane and connected us all in a shared moment of pure emotion.


Jane’s Addiction has decided to cancel the remaining shows of their reunion tour and take a break, due to a fight that occurred between the band’s lead singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro on stage.

On September 13, an event transpired while the band was performing in Boston, leading to a sequence of announcements from the band and its individuals, clarifying the circumstances and their resulting choice.

At the Boston concert, Farrell struck Navarro during their performance. This on-stage altercation left the crowd in awe and cast doubt over the continuation of the tour. Just a few days after, on September 16th, the band shared through social media that they had decided to call off the tour.

“In an official announcement, the band has shared that they are taking a break from their activities together. Consequently, the rest of their tour has been called off.

It was also noted that ticket buyers would get their money back from where they bought the tickets. For those who bought tickets via sites like StubHub or SeatGeek, it was recommended to reach out to these platforms directly to request a refund.

Initially, Perry Farrell wasn’t explicitly named in the band’s announcement, but later on, Dave Navarro disclosed a comprehensive account on Instagram, which was also endorsed by Stephen Perkins and Eric Avery.

As a devoted admirer, I must share this heartfelt update: In light of Perry Farrell’s persistent behavioral patterns and mental health challenges, it is with a heavy heart that we are compelled to suspend our current US tour. My fellow bandmates and I are deeply concerned for his well-being and our own safety, leaving us with no other option. We fervently pray he receives the care and support he deserves.

Navarro conveyed his apologies for not meeting fan expectations, acknowledging that the band fell short in ensuring a secure performance space and delivering the desired show. He ended his statement with, “Dave, Eric, and I are deeply saddened.

After the band made their announcements, Farrell took to Instagram stories to express his regret for his behavior at the Boston concert. He admitted that this past weekend has been tough, and after some reflection, he believes it’s important to apologize to his bandmates, particularly Dave Navarro, fans, family, and friends for his actions on Friday night.

Farrell openly acknowledged that he was at a point where he could no longer continue, and he deemed his actions as unforgivable. Moreover, he expressed that he assumes complete accountability for how he managed the circumstance.

Jane’s Addiction’s reunion tour lasted for a few weeks, during which they performed in 17 venues. However, after completing these shows, they decided to discontinue the tour. Originally, there were 15 additional shows scheduled, but unfortunately, all have been cancelled.

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2024-09-17 16:53