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San Francisco Chronicle
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Billie Joe Armstrong stops Green Day set after fan sprays him with water gun
Green Day 's headlining set at Germany's Hurricane Festival took an unexpected turn over the weekend when frontman Billie Joe Armstrong halted the performance mid-song to confront a disruptive audience member. The band was deep into their nine-minute epic 'Jesus of Suburbia' on Sunday, June 22, when Armstrong suddenly removed his guitar and moved toward the front of the stage. Fan-filmed footage on TikTok shows the East Bay punk icon pointing and shouting at a concertgoer who had been repeatedly squirting him in the face with a water gun. 'You f—ing better quit it or I'll beat your ass. You understand me?' Armstrong shouted, visibly agitated. 'You just better fu– all right.' @greendayinc Billie Joe reacts to person who kept sh00t1ng water on his face with a waterg0n throughout the whole show #greenday #billiejoearmstrong ♬ original sound - Green Day Inc. The incident occurred nearly an hour into a set that began at midnight. Social media posts from attendees indicate the same fan had been targeting Armstrong for much of the show. 'Imagine being scolded by Billie Joe Armstrong. I'd be embarrassed,' wrote one commentator. Another noted, 'He even put the guitar down, he was so ready to throw hands.' Fan behavior at concerts has become increasingly erratic since the pandemic, with a growing number of incidents involving projectiles and disruptive conduct.
Miami Herald
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Rock Legend, 53, Stops Singing Mid-Song to Angrily Scold Fan
Billie Joe Armstrong may be approaching middle age, but he still has his youthful punk attitude. Whether he's being cheeky onstage about Green Day's "feud" with Charli XCX or making a brash, NSFW statement about the recent protests in Los Angeles or changing the lyrics of a song to criticize a politician, Armstrong, 53, is not afraid to flip a middle finger and let his emotions fly. But, sometimes, things can get a bit heated, like during Green Day's set at Germany's Hurricane Festival on June 22. In footage shared on TikTok, Armstrong was singing a call-and-response when he flipped off someone in the crowd. Armstrong then pointed directly at someone before walking forward, before removing his guitar. A visibly irate Billie Joe then pointed his finger at a concertgoer while scolding them. While the footage didn't capture the audio of what he said, Billie Joe does appear to utter the words "beat your [explicative]. Do you understand me?" The TikTok account that posted the footage said that Armstrong was reacting to someone who kept on shooting water at Billie Joe's face with a squirt gun. Users on Reddit also claimed that the fan was "shooting water with an [explicative] water pistol at Billie's face for an hour. The show started at midnight, so it was nearly 1 am when this happened." Redditors also reported that the concert was delayed due to a thunderstorm. They claimed that security checks were "pretty low to let people back in as fast as possible," though many argued that squirt guns wouldn't be confiscated like an actual weapon would be. After Billie Joe vented his frustration, he resumed the song. Redditors said it was "Jesus of Suburbia," meaning that, per Setlist FM, the band then went into "Bobby Sox" before closing the show with "Good Riddance (Time of Your Life). That seems fitting. Related: Pop Singer Stops Concert Mid-Show to 'Scold' Off-Beat Band: 'You Guys Gotta Follow Me' Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Scotsman
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Kneecap pulled from TRNSMT 2025 line-up due to 'significant policing operation' requirement
The group are set to perform in Glasgow on July 8 2025 to 'make up' for the festival cancellation Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Kneecap have been removed from this year's TRNSMT festival bill. Police Scotland have cited 'significant policing' around their set as the reasons for the move. The band however have pointed out that they did not pull out of the festival and have arranged a new Glasgow date to 'make up' for the move. Irish hip-hop group Kneecap has been removed from the line-up at this year's TRNSMT Festival , held at Glasgow Green, due to what police have called a 'significant' operation. The group has been under fire for its rhetoric regarding Palestine, and its member Mo Chara, born Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh , has been charged with a terror offence by London's Metropolitan Police . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Belfast rap trio Kneecap have been removed from the line-up for Glasgow's TRNSMT Festival after police raised concerns around safety if the band's performance went ahead. | AFP via Getty Images A statement from Police Scotland commented that 'Officers have highlighted the potential reaction of such a large audience' and that in order to deliver a safe event, a 'significant policing operation' would be required. The statement also explained that 'there was no prior consultation with Police Scotland 'before acts were booked.' Taking to their social media accounts, Kneecap responded to fans: 'To the thousands of people who bought tickets, flights and hotels to see us play, we are sorry…it is out of our hands,' they wrote. 'Glasgow has always been a huge city for us. We've played there many many times, with no issues – ever. Make of that what you will.' The group has added an additional Glasgow date on July 8, 2025, at the O2 Academy to make amends for their removal. They were also very keen to point out that 'Kneecap didn't 'pull out' of TRNSMT – Kneecap were removed.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Calls have been made for Kneecap to be removed from a number of festivals after videos emerged of the group at previous shows allegedly calling for attacks on local MPs and displaying a flag in support of proscribed organisation Hezbollah – actions that led to the aforementioned terror charge against Mo Chara. So far, the group have seen their festival appearances at Germany's Hurricane Festival, Southside Festival, Cornwall's Eden Project and a replacement show in Plymouth pulled owing to the controversy surrounding the group, with many MPs now calling for their appearance at Glastonbury Festival in late June to also be pulled. Kneecap have described the situation a 'carnival of distraction', and have maintained it was 'political policing' and that they were not the story, rather, 'Genocide is'. Do you have an event you'd like to share with us? You can now promote your What's On stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Local Germany
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Local Germany
Eight of the best music festivals to visit in Germany this summer
Not everyone loves a music festival. For some people they conjure up images of looking for a tent at three o'clock in the morning, or of standing in line for an hour and a half just to use a dixi-klo. For others, it's an almost religious experience - hearing the right music, in the right location, in the company of thousands of like-minded music fans. As the old saying goes: a festival isn't just about music. It's about being part of something bigger than yourself. Most festivals on this list run for around two or three days and cost between €220–€260 for a weekend pass, or between €100 and €135 for a day pass. We've included links to the official websites below. With some of the more popular festivals, you may have to visit resale sites or official resale marketplaces to secure tickets. Rock and Metal You can learn a lot about a country from the music festivals which take place within its borders. Judging from the festival landscape, Germany's international reputation as a country of die-hard rockers and metallers is entirely justified. Rock am Ring & Rock im Park - June 6th to the 8th Rocking since 1985, Rock am Ring (at the Nürburgring racetrack) and Rock im Park (at the Zeppelinfeld in Nuremberg) are essentially two festivals in one, with artists typically playing at the racetrack on one day and in the park on another day of this three-day event. Headliners for 2025 include Slipknot, Korn, Beatsteaks, and Weezer – which probably tells you everything you need to know. Combined, the two events attract about 150,000 visitors each year. Advertisement Celebrated for: Legendary line ups, energetic crowds, and an iconic venue Notorious for: Overcrowding, expensive drinks, and long lines Hurricane Festival - June 20th to the 22nd Billed as 'big-stage performances combined with an intimate festival atmosphere,' Hurricane takes place two weeks after Rock am Ring, in Scheeßel, Lower Saxony, and often features many of the same acts (though with slightly more of a focus on indie music). The Prodigy and Green Day are among the headliners this year, along with Sam Fender and German sensation Nina Chuba . Southside Festival Taking place over the same weekend, Hurricane's southern sibling offers a similar line up with a more laid-back vibe. The festival's location in Neuhausen ob Eck in Baden Württemberg provides a great backdrop for an eclectic mix of indie, rock, and electronic music. Celebrated for: A diverse lineup of acts and well-organised camping facilities Notorious for: Mud (if it rains…) Visitors stand on the grounds of the Southside Festival in Baden-Württemberg. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Philipp von Ditfurth Wacken Open Air - July 30th to August 2nd Fire, skulls, sleeveless denim jackets, and beards. Wacken is essentially heaven for metalheads who think that rock is for Weicheier ('wimps' in German. Literally, soft eggs). The world's largest heavy metal festival attracts fans from all over the world to the usually peaceful village of Wacken in Schleswig-Holstein. Headliners for 2025 include Guns 'N Roses, Machine Head, and festival favourite Saltatio Mortis. Celebrated for: Its friendly and welcoming atmosphere (really!) Notorious for: Being a little overwhelming for first-timers Advertisement Electronic Melt Festival is sadly no more: the iconic event worked its eerie magic in the industrial wonderland of Ferropolis for the last time in 2024. Fans of electronic music shouldn't despair, however. In Fusion and Parookaville, Germany still has two of the world's best festivals dedicated to all things techno and house - as you'd expect from the country which gave birth to the genre (alongside Detroit and New York in America). Fusion Festival - June 27th to 30th Sometimes compared to Burning Man in the U.S., Fusion takes place at a former airfield in Lärz, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The music is exclusively electronic, featuring many of the best techno and house DJs from around the world. At the time of writing, the line up for 2025 hasn't been announced, but previous headliners include DJ Koze and Amelie Lens. Unusually political for a music festival, Fusion bills itself as a celebration of alternative culture and immersive art (as well as electronic music), and as a sanctuary for festival goers who love the underground, the experimental, and the avant-garde. A cuddly toy sloth flies on a crowded field at Fusion Festival. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Jens Büttner Since most tickets are sold via a lottery system early on in the year, your last chance to nab one is to head to the resale marketplace on the official Fusion website, which is open from May 5th to June 29th. Celebrated for: Taking a less commercial, more creative approach Notorious for: Strict entry rules, a confusing ticketing system and being miles from anywhere Parookaville - July 18th to 20th Less esoteric than Fusion, Parookaville is one of the largest electronic music festivals in Europe, particularly known for its epic stage designs and international lineup. The festival is held at Weeze airport in North Rhine-Westphalia, a vast space filled with multiple stages, immersive art installations, and 'huge party vibes.' The lineup for 2025 includes world famous DJs including Afrojack, Artbat, and I Hate Models. Celebrated for: Creative themes and attention to detail Notorious for: Using a cashless payment system with tokens that can be hard to redeem. Advertisement Pop Traditionally, festivals in Germany have catered to hardcore fans of particular genres. This has started to change in recent years with the arrival of new, family friendly events with more of a focus on mainstream pop. Lollapalooza Berlin - September 7th and 8th Lollapalooza is an American import with a knack for securing global superstars as headline acts. The Berlin edition has been held at the Olympiapark since 2018 and will include performances from Justin Timberlake, Gracie Abrams and Benson Boone this year. Celebrated for: Central location, an international lineup, and family-friendly activities Notorious for: An overly commercial approach and an excessive focus on security Revellers have fun in the sun at the Airbeat One electronic festival in Germany. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Jens Büttner Glücksgefühle Festival - September 11th to 14th The first Glücksgefühle (happy feelings) festival took place in 2023 at the Hockenheimring, and immediately became Germany's biggest individual music festival with around 130,000 visitors. Co-founded by former footballer and general vibes icon Lukas Podolski, the festival's stated aim is to make sure visitors experience an unforgettable feeling of happiness (official motto: 'the Glück is coming home'). The lineup for 2025 is unashamedly feel-good, featuring German pop heroes Wincent Weiss and Nico Santos alongside international acts. Celebrated for: Offering fun for all the family Notorious for : Being a little bit chaotic - as with any new venture, Glücksgefühle is still finessing the logistics
