Green Day Halted Concert Due to Potential Safety Issue
Green Day’s concert at Detroit’s Comerica Park was temporarily halted on Wednesday night due to a "potential safety issue." The rock band was in the middle of performing their hit song "Longview" when they suddenly ran off the stage without warning.
Unauthorized Drone Spotted
According to Billboard, an "unauthorized drone" was spotted hovering near the stage by security personnel, who promptly pulled the band offstage. No explanation was given to the crowd, who continued singing in the band’s absence. A message soon appeared on the stage’s video screens, reading: "Show Pause. Please standby for details."
Band Returns to the Stage
After a 10-minute delay, the band returned to the stage to resume the song. Lead vocalist Billie Joe Armstrong didn’t address the reason for the delay, instead saying, "How you doing? We’re gonna pick up where we left off." The band continued to perform, with Armstrong later alluding to the situation after performing "Welcome to Paradise," saying, "Ain’t no motherfucker that’s gonna stop us. I’ll tell you that."
Explanation Issued
Following the show, Green Day took to social media to explain the situation, stating: "Detroit! Sorry for the delay in the show tonight, stadium security had us clear the stage while they dealt with a potential safety issue. DPD quickly resolved the situation, and we were able to continue. Thanks for understanding."
Background on the Incident
This is the second time the band has been forced to stop a concert recently. In August, Green Day rushed through the conclusion of their set at Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in St. Louis when a lightning storm closed in on the venue.
Current Tour and Upcoming Releases
Green Day is currently on their Saviors Tour, which continues at Coors Field in Denver on September 7. The band has been celebrating the 20th anniversary of their album American Idiot (2004) as part of their tour, playing the double-album in its entirety.
American Idiot 20th Anniversary Reissue
In October, Green Day will honor the 20th anniversary of American Idiot with a massive reissue that pairs the original album with its B-sides, bonus tracks, unreleased demos, and live recordings from the era. The reissue will be available as either an 8LP/2Blu-Ray or 4CD/2Blu-ray deluxe edition, featuring the film "Heart Like A Hand Grenade," 35 minutes of live recordings at the BBC, and a new documentary titled "20 Years of American Idiot."
Conclusion
Green Day’s concert at Comerica Park was temporarily halted due to a potential safety issue, with an unauthorized drone spotted near the stage. The band returned to the stage after a 10-minute delay and continued to perform. This incident is the second time the band has been forced to stop a concert recently, following a lightning storm at a show in St. Louis.
FAQs
Q: What happened during Green Day’s concert at Comerica Park?
A: The concert was temporarily halted due to a potential safety issue, with an unauthorized drone spotted near the stage.
Q: Why did the band leave the stage?
A: The band was pulled offstage by security personnel due to the potential safety issue.
Q: Did the band address the reason for the delay?
A: Lead vocalist Billie Joe Armstrong didn’t address the reason for the delay, instead saying, "How you doing? We’re gonna pick up where we left off."
Q: What is the current status of Green Day’s tour?
A: Green Day is currently on their Saviors Tour, which continues at Coors Field in Denver on September 7.
Q: What is the upcoming reissue of American Idiot?
A: The reissue will be available as either an 8LP/2Blu-Ray or 4CD/2Blu-ray deluxe edition, featuring the original album, B-sides, bonus tracks, unreleased demos, and live recordings from the era.
![The [Decade]’s Most Successful Artists: A Review of Billboard’s Top 100](https://i3.wp.com/cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2017/03/27/14/45/audience-2179160_960_720.jpg?w=150&resize=150,150&ssl=1 "The [Decade]’s Most Successful Artists: A Review of Billboard’s Top 100")
