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As a die-hard fan of Jane’s Addiction since the days of their iconic album “Nothing’s Shocking,” I was absolutely floored by the shocking turn of events that unfolded at their show in Boston last Friday night. The band, who haven’t been on tour for 15 years, had finally reunited and were playing their first show in what felt like an eternity. But then, just as I was losing myself in the music and feeling the rush of nostalgia, Perry Farrell decided to take a swing at Dave Navarro during a heated argument on stage!

On Friday evening during a concert in Boston, the frontman of legendary rock group Jane’s Addiction engaged in a scuffle with their guitarist, Dave Navarro.

Lead vocalist Perry Farrell was shouting into the microphone before walking up to guitarist Dave Navarro and punching him, which ignited a fight and temporarily halted the performance during a song.

Audience members at the show seemed to notice a growing tension throughout various songs, with some spectators implying that Farrell and Navarro had a heated exchange during ‘Mountain Song’, as they claimed Farrell started shouting at Navarro.

As the band performed ‘Three Days’, a palpable sense of escalation filled the air. Eventually, during the finale of ‘Ocean Days’, Farrell targeted Navarro for an attack.

It saw the evening’s entertainment come to an abrupt end.

Navarro looked utterly taken aback when the stage-rushing crew members seized Farrell, attempting to drag him off.

Farrell was instructed to halt his advances toward another individual named Farrell, and due to his restlessness, needed to be held back. Eventually, team members from the crew and bassist Eric Avery had to escort him off the stage forcefully. He appeared noticeably agitated.

As the stage lights softened, visibility became somewhat obscured, making it challenging for the audience to discern precisely what was unfolding. Subsequently, an enveloping deep-blue illumination swept across the scene as the musicians exited.

In a short while, Navarro, Avery, and drummer Stephen Perkins gathered back on stage for an embrace, acknowledging the audience with waves and peace symbols. The enthusiastic faithful spectators erupted with applause and cheers in response.

The band has concerts planned for the remainder of this month, marking their tour after a 15-year hiatus that extends until mid-October. However, there’s uncertainty about whether the tour will carry on after the backstage altercation.

On Fridays, supporters speculate that the band may have reached a point where they’ve run out of roads to travel, perhaps forever.

‘For sure that this was last day of J Addiction,’ wrote one fan.

It appears that the band has disbanded. What a rollercoaster! Here’s a takeaway for all of you: Stay away from drugs, as resentment can corrode your inner peace.

In simpler terms, someone wrote that they were present, and the crowd seemed puzzled. It appears that the event concluded prematurely due to some being intoxicated, while others were thrilled because it might have been the final performance by Janes A.

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Trouble seems to have originated in New York City, as the band performed there two days ago at the Pier 17 venue located along the East River in Manhattan.

Earlier this week, whispers about potential discord among members of the group spread on social media.

Once upon a time, during our unforgettable evening at Pier 17, I couldn’t help but notice that Farrell himself confessed his vocals weren’t exactly tip-top shape.

Friendly audience, let me confess something straightaway. It seems there’s an issue with my voice today – I’m having trouble hitting the right notes for some reason.

Bassist Eric Avery acknowledged the poor New York performance in an Instagram post writing: ‘Looking forward to getting another crack at this spectacular rooftop venue tonight. I’m optimistic we will be better.’

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2024-09-14 11:18

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