Garbage’s Shirley Manson Stops Concert to Break Up Fight with Bold Words

At a recent Garbage concert, lead singer Shirley Manson took a no-nonsense approach to halt a fight that had erupted among the crowd. During the band's performance at KROQ’s ‘Almost Acoustic Christmas’ show, an altercation caught Manson's attention, prompting her to stop the music and confront the situation.

Interruption During ‘Wolves’

While Garbage were playing ‘Wolves’, the third song of their set, Manson noticed the scuffle. Wasting no time, she demanded the music be stopped and addressed the crowd with strong language, making it clear she did not condone the aggressive behavior, especially at a holiday event.

She urged security to quickly handle the matter, emphasizing the importance of everyone's safety and the time constraint of their performance, showing her impatience with the disruption.

Return to the Performance

Once order was restored, the band continued with their set, unaffected by the earlier disturbance. The incident reinforced the expectation of respectful behavior at their shows.

In other reflections, Shirley Manson has commented on the dynamics of festival line-ups, discussing her past experiences headlining over well-established acts. She acknowledged the music industry's tough treatment of veterans but emphasized the honor and gratitude she feels for Garbage’s long-standing place in music. Garbage remains a fixture on the live music scene, set to appear at Mad Cool Festival.

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