Perry Farrell Apologizes To Jane’s Addiction Bandmates Following On Stage Altercation

Jane’s Addiction frontman and singer Perry Farrell has issued an apology following an on-stage fight that occurred over the weekend.

The 65-year-old singer issued the statement following the cancellation of the band’s reunion tour, their first time touring together in 15 years. 

“This weekend has been incredibly difficult and after having the time and space to reflect, it is only right that I apologize to my bandmates, especially Dave Navarro, fans, family and friends for my actions during Friday’s show. Unfortunately, my breaking point resulted in inexcusable behavior, and I take full accountability for how I chose to handle the situation,” Farrell said in a statement, per Variety.

Footage of singer Perry Farrell becoming aggressive with guitarist Dave Navarro started circulating online following their concert in Boston on Friday night. Farrell could be seen body-checking Navarro several times and yelling in his face. Then two individuals rushed in from off-stage, but it became more difficult to see what was going on as the lights went down.

Farrell was pulled off stage by bass guitarist Eric Avery and two other band members, the outlet noted.

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The band issued a statement on the incident. Navarro also provided insight into the altercation, sharing on social media, “Due to a continuing pattern of behavior and the mental health difficulties of our singer Perry Farrell, we have come to the conclusion that we have no choice but to discontinue the current US tour. Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that he will find the help he needs.”

The guitarist went on, “We deeply regret that we are not able to come through for all our fans who have already bought tickets. We can see no solution that would either ensure a safe environment on stage or reliably allow us to deliver a great performance on a nightly basis. Our hearts are broken.” 

The statement is signed by “Dave, Eric and Stephen (Perkins).”

Farrell’s wife also said on social media that her husband was becoming upset that his voice could not be heard over the instruments.

All 15 remaining shows in the Jane’s Addiction tour were canceled. The band, which became popular in the late 80s and early 90s, is known for songs like “Jane Says,” “Been Caught Stealing,” and “Just Because.”