The Vans Warped Tour came under fire recently when footage of a performance from The Dickies surfaced online. The frontman went off on a “fan” who was protesting in the front row, and used some language that offended quite a few people. You can check out the clip below, but please be aware that it contains offensive language that is definitely NSFW.
I didn't think this was still allowed at @VansWarpedTour pic.twitter.com/VcVsZl93aH
— Netflix Origanal (@thechubbywubby) June 26, 2017
Warped Tour founder Kevin Lyman has since released a statement saying that the confrontation was all part of the act, and that The Dickies weren’t thrown off the tour, Sunday happened to be their last scheduled day on Warped Tour.
According to Lyman the woman who was on the wrong end of the rant was actually a member of the touring party for The Dickies. Lyman’s statement reads as follows (via Alt Press):
Dear Music Community,
I thought it was time to put the facts out since I have watched false information floating around. A video has been circulating of a confrontation between Leonard from the Dickies and a Fan.
Fact- it was not a Fan, but a member of the touring party.
The member of the touring party was standing next to the PA with a sign protesting some of the things they found offensive about the bands jokes, and props on stage. During one of the last songs they went towards the barricade and directed the sign at the band.
After a verbal barrage from Leonard, the member of the touring party threw the sign at Leonard, and left the area. I do not condone verbal or physical violence, whatsoever.
The Dickies, last day of the tour was that Sunday, which had always been scheduled.
These are the facts of what took place and this is why I ask anyone who has an issue with anyone else on tour, to come sit under my tent with me and express their views diplomatically. On this years tour we have many people who may not agree with each other, but as humans we should be able to express our points of view in a civil manner.
If we have any hope to progress as a society, communication will be key in moving forward.
Regards,
Kevin Lyman
