Jane's Addiction cancel tour after on-stage brawl

Jane's Addiction, a well-known American rock band from Los Angeles, has made the decision to cancel the remaining dates of their tour following a dramatic incident that occurred during a concert in Boston, Massachusetts. The band was performing on a Friday night when lead singer Perry Farrell became involved in a physical altercation with guitarist David Navarro. Reports indicate that Perry threw a punch at David, which led to the concert being cut short. In a statement shared on social media, the band expressed that they had made the difficult choice to take some time away from performing as a group. They also announced that refunds would be provided to fans who purchased tickets for the cancelled shows. Before the cancellation, Jane's Addiction had 12 concerts left on their tour, which was set to conclude in their hometown on October 16. Footage from the concert showed Perry, who is 65 years old, shouting at David, who is 57, before the situation escalated into violence. Staff members had to intervene and escort Perry off the stage at the Leader Bank Pavilion in Boston. According to Etty, Perry's wife, there had been growing tension and animosity among the band members in the days leading up to the incident. She mentioned that Perry had been frustrated with the volume levels during their performances. Jane's Addiction was formed in 1985 and is recognized as one of the pioneering bands of the alternative rock movement. The current lineup includes Perry Farrell, David Navarro, drummer Stephen Perkins, and bassist Eric Avery. After more than a decade apart, the band reunited and has since released several hit songs, including 'Just Because', 'Been Caught Stealing', and 'True Nature'. They have produced four studio albums: 'Nothing's Shocking' in 1988, 'Ritual De Lo Habitual' in 1990, 'Strays' in 2003, and 'The Great Escape Artist' in 2011. In 2013, they were honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a significant achievement for any artist. The cancellation of their tour is a disappointment for fans who were eager to see the band perform live. Many had been looking forward to the concerts, and now they will have to wait until the band resolves their internal issues. It is crucial for musical groups to maintain a strong bond and support one another, and it appears that Jane's Addiction is in need of some time apart to address their challenges. Fans remain hopeful that the band will work through their differences and return to the stage, continuing to create the music that has resonated with audiences for decades.