A dump truck has crashed into the enduring Los Angeles music venue Whisky a Go Go, simply hours earlier than the band Boy Hits Automotive have been scheduled to carry out there.
Fox 11 LA reported that on Friday afternoon (Might 9), the truck crashed into energy poles and several other automobiles within the venue’s automotive park earlier than colliding with the constructing itself. No accidents have been reported.
On the time, the LA-based band stated on Instagram that energy was out within the constructing and it was unsure whether or not the gig would go forward. Drummer Erik Peterson then appeared on the account with bassist Invoice Gower to announce the live performance would in reality be cancelled, making a joke referring to the band’s title by saying “Truck Hits Whisky!”
The caption to the video learn: “Everyone seems to be okay, however the present at @thewhiskyagogo tonight is cancelled. It’s all around the information however if you happen to haven’t heard or seen, a dump truck took out an influence pole and hit the constructing. If you happen to purchased tickets they’re being refunded. We will certainly be rescheduling asap!!”
The band members used the clip to advertise their new single, ‘Thoughts Elevation’, which you’ll be able to take heed to by way of the hyperlink beneath.
Opening in 1964, Whisky a Go Go is a legendary venue, enjoying a pivotal within the improvement of the Los Angeles music scene. Acts akin to The Doorways, Weapons N Roses, Janis Joplin, and Frank Zappa all rose to fame performing there, because it grew to become hallowed floor for these trying to observe of their footsteps.
In 2006, it grew to become the primary stay music venue ever to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame.
In January, British guitarist Sophie Lloyd, who beforehand toured as a part of Machine Gun Kelly’s stay band, performed her first gig as a solo artist on the venue.
