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 had 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 autos within the venue’s automobile park earlier than colliding with the constructing itself. No accidents have been reported.
On the time, the LA-based band mentioned 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 regarding 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 should you haven’t heard or seen, a dump truck took out an influence pole and hit the constructing. In the event you 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 through the hyperlink under.
Opening in 1964, Whisky a Go Go is a legendary venue, taking part in a pivotal within the growth of the Los Angeles music scene. Acts resembling The Doorways, Weapons N Roses, Janis Joplin, and Frank Zappa all rose to fame performing there, because it turned hallowed floor for these seeking to observe of their footsteps.
In 2006, it turned 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.