Following a shocking onstage altercation between frontman Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro, Jane's Addiction has issued a heartfelt apology to fans and canceled their upcoming show in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The band's statement acknowledges the incident but provides no further details, leaving fans speculating about the cause of the outburst.
**Boston, Massachusetts** - Jane's Addiction has issued a formal apology after a shocking onstage fight between frontman Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro led to the band abruptly ending their performance in Boston on Friday night.
Jane's Addiction Apologizes for Onstage Brawl, Cancels Show
In a statement shared on their Instagram story, the band expressed their remorse to fans for the events that unfolded. "We want to extend a heartfelt apology to our fans for the events that unfolded last night," the statement read.
As a result of the incident, Jane's Addiction has canceled their planned show in Bridgeport, Connecticut, on Saturday night. The band assured fans that refunds would be available at the point of purchase.
Jane's Addiction Apologizes for Onstage Brawl, Cancels Show
Viral videos circulating on social media captured the altercation, which occurred during the band's performance of "Ocean Size" at the Lender Pavilion in Boston. The footage shows an agitated Farrell forcefully bumping into Navarro, sparking an immediate confrontation.
Farrell screams at his bandmate while Navarro attempts to keep him at bay, creating a barrier between them with his arm. The situation escalates before crew members intervene, and Farrell throws a punch at Navarro. He is restrained, but puts up a fight before being led offstage. The venue went dark, and the show was abruptly cut short.
Jane's Addiction Apologizes for Onstage Brawl, Cancels Show
On Saturday morning, Perry Farrell's wife, Etty Lau, offered her perspective on the incident via Instagram. She alluded to mounting tension and animosity within the band, suggesting that it had reached a boiling point.
Lau alleged that Farrell had been frustrated with the volume levels onstage, which he felt were drowning out his vocals. She also claimed that the band had started playing "Ocean Size" before Farrell was ready, further exacerbating the situation.
Jane's Addiction Apologizes for Onstage Brawl, Cancels Show
Lau's account also implicated bassist Eric Avery in the altercation. She claimed that after Farrell and Navarro had been separated, Avery "won the fight." According to Lau, Avery approached Farrell from behind, put him in a headlock, and punched him in the stomach three times.
Lau praised Navarro's composure during the incident, describing him as "handsome and cool." In contrast, she stated that her husband "was a crazed beast for the next half an hour."
Jane's Addiction Apologizes for Onstage Brawl, Cancels Show
Despite the apology and the emergence of Lau's account, Jane's Addiction has not provided any additional details about the altercation. A representative for the band did not immediately return Fox News Digital's request for comment.
While the Bridgeport show has been canceled, the status of Jane's Addiction's upcoming performance in Toronto on Wednesday remains uncertain. The band has not issued any official updates or announcements regarding this date.
The shocking incident has raised questions about the band's future and the dynamics within the group. Fans await further information as Jane's Addiction navigates this difficult time and attempts to rebuild its public image.
