The big 10 for $10 show at the Valarium with Poison the Well was canceled last night after a fight broke out and spread into the parking lot. Doors opened at 3 p.m., with 10 hardcore bands lined up for the all-ages show. According to reports, the show was over by 3:30 p.m.
Video of the post-fight scene here.
UPDATE: Poison the Well has released an official statement in response to the cancellation through their publicist:
Video of the post-fight scene here.
UPDATE: Poison the Well has released an official statement in response to the cancellation through their publicist:
Last night the show was cut short when a scuffle broke out between crowd members and security guards. The incident occurred a few songs into the local openers set and what transpired was a flurry of police and reprters and ultimately a cancelled show. Though we were not involved in any way we would like to apologize to anyone who had purchased a ticket or was planning on attending. We, as a band never condone this kind of behavoir and always maintain as safe and brotherly an envoironment at our shows as possible. Unfortunately the actions of a few can sometimes effect many. It's still unclear to us who is responsible for the fight, the security or the kids but either way it should not have happened. We will always continue to ensure that our shows are safe and fun for all. Again, our apologies to those whom
were there to have fun and partake in the family like atmosphere that we have been
experiencing on this tour thus far. We will do whatever we can to return and make it up.
Sincerley,
PTW
I've been to many hardcore shows, but none of them have ever come to this. It's a real shame a few meatheads ruined everyone's night.