Chaos Reigns at Brian Jonestown Massacre’s Melbourne Concert

It was an evening of shambolic turmoil as The Brian Jonestown Massacre took the stage at The Forum in Melbourne. Touted as a night to witness their psychedelic rock performance, the event quickly devolved into a series of brawls, shouting matches, and extensive downtime that has many dubbing it one of the worst gigs ever.

Concert Plagued by Disruptions

The infamous band led by Anton Newcombe is no stranger to tumultuous shows, but Tuesday's performance was fraught with controversy from the start. Newcombe, who has a history of substance abuse issues, kicked off the night recounting a threatening encounter he had experienced just hours before, setting the tone for what was to follow. As the concert progressed, audience members witnessed not only chaotic gaps between songs, but also Newcombe's verbal tirades against them.

A Fight Breaks Out on Stage

The night's most shocking moment came when guitarist Ryan Van Kriedt physically confronted Newcombe, leading to an on-stage tussle that required the intervention of stage crew. The scuffle ended with Newcombe perched atop an amplifier as the venue's safety curtain descended amidst jeers and heckles from the crowd.

Speculation arose as to whether the outlandish event was a staged act or a genuine breakdown. Fans were left bewildered and the aftermath saw the cancellation of subsequent shows, officially put down to medical reasons.

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