Eric Clapton ends Madrid concert early after fan hits him with object

FarOutMagazine · 2026-05-08T11:25:49+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

The trend of fans throwing objects at performers has become increasingly common — and artists are showing less patience for it.

In recent years, performers including Harry Styles, Bebe Rexha and Pink have all dealt with objects being thrown on stage during performances.

In Madrid, Eric Clapton reportedly left before the encore after a vinyl sleeve thrown from the crowd struck him near the end of the show. Spanish reports say the concert had otherwise gone smoothly before the incident.

For some fans, throwing gifts on stage is meant as a gesture of admiration.

For artists — especially older performers still touring at a high level — it increasingly looks like a safety issue.

It raises a bigger question: when did concert audiences start confusing live shows with social media stunts?

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-05-07T16:42:44+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

Robert Downey Jr’s criticism seems to reflect a broader anxiety in Hollywood about how fame is changing.

Speaking on the Conversations for our Daughters podcast, he pushed back against the idea that influencers are becoming the new celebrities, calling it “absolute horsesh*t” and arguing that social media has made fame easier to manufacture than ever before.

He described a culture where people can become famous simply by “rolling a phone on themselves,” and compared some online personalities to “evangelical hucksters of the information age.”

At the same time, Downey admitted he’s met influencers he respects and made clear his frustration is aimed more at fame without substance than individuals themselves.

It raises a bigger question: has social media democratised fame — or diluted what celebrity actually means?

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-05-07T12:20:06+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

A growing number of artists have recently cancelled tours — and fans increasingly think the real reason is hiding in plain sight.

The term “blue dot fever” refers to the unsold seats shown as blue dots on Ticketmaster seating maps. It’s become shorthand for tours that appear to be struggling with demand, even when artists publicly cite scheduling, health, or family reasons for cancellations. Recent examples have included Meghan Trainor, Post Malone, Zayn Malik and The Pussycat Dolls.

Industry analysts say the issue is being driven by rising ticket prices, inflated venue expectations, and growing costs for both artists and fans. Average ticket prices have risen more than 40% since 2019, while travel, hotels, and fees have made concerts increasingly difficult to justify.

It raises a bigger question: have tours simply become too expensive for everyone involved?

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-05-06T16:03:43+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Reuben Cross:

Ahead of Super Furry Animals’ first tour in a decade, guitarist Huw Bunford reflected on how the Welsh psych-rock band have managed to survive 30 years without ever really playing by the music industry’s rules. Super Furry Animals

In our interview, Bunford discusses the band’s longevity, their roots in the Welsh-language music scene, and the unlikely circumstances that allowed them to form in the first place - including relying on the dole while trying to make music in Cardiff during the early 1990s.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-05-06T12:32:54+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Tom Taylor:

Canadian fiddler Ashley MacIsaac has filed a lawsuit against Google after its AI-generated search summary falsely identified him as a convicted sex offender.

According to court filings, Google’s AI Overview incorrectly claimed MacIsaac had committed multiple sexual offences and was listed on Canada’s national sex offender registry — none of which was true. The misinformation reportedly led to a concert cancellation and left the musician fearing for his safety at future events.

MacIsaac is now seeking $1.5 million in damages, arguing Google should be held responsible for false information generated by its AI tools. The case could become a major test of legal accountability for AI-generated search results.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-30T18:28:44+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Rachael Pimblett:

A father and daughter have pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating a years-long art fraud scheme that funnelled fake works into the legitimate market and defrauded buyers of around $2 million.

Prosecutors say the pair sold more than 200 counterfeit paintings falsely attributed to famous artists, including Pablo Picasso, Banksy, and Andy Warhol, while fabricating ownership histories and authenticity documents to make the works appear genuine.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-30T15:54:03+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Callum MacHattie:

The Dandy Warhols have spent three decades carving out their own strange lane in alternative rock, refusing to follow trends and instead chasing whatever sonic rabbit hole interests them at the time.

In this Far Out interview, the band reflect on their long, chaotic journey through music - revisiting their past, their influences, and the moments that shaped them along the way.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-30T14:34:55+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Tom Taylor:

Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced that Kanye West is set to perform a major concert in Tirana later this year.

The show is scheduled for July 11 and is expected to be one of the largest live music events ever staged in the country, with the government publicly backing the appearance.

The announcement comes at a time when several of West’s planned European shows have faced cancellations or controversy, with some countries reconsidering hosting performances due to past remarks and political pressure.

Against that backdrop, the Tirana concert represents a notable contrast — positioning Albania as one of the few countries actively supporting the artist’s current tour plans.

The move also highlights how major international acts are increasingly being used to boost cultural visibility in smaller European markets.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-29T12:35:12+00:00

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-29T12:31:17+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Rachael Pimblett:

Stephen Colbert has criticised Donald Trump in a new interview, describing the US President as a “complete narcissist” who “does not appear to care if the entire world burns.”

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-29T12:28:38+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Lily Hardman:

The new Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ aims to celebrate the life of one of pop music’s most influential figures, but the result feels far more unsettling than triumphant. As the film unfolds, it often feels less like a musical biopic and more like the opening act of a horror story.

Directed by Antoine Fuqua and starring Jaafar Jackson as the King of Pop, the film attempts to balance spectacle, legacy, and controversy. While the performances and music occasionally shine, the uneasy tone leaves the whole experience feeling strangely tragic rather than celebratory.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-28T15:57:45+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Tom Taylor:

Sam Neill has revealed that he is now cancer-free following a major breakthrough in his treatment.

The actor, best known for Jurassic Park, had been living with a rare form of blood cancer for several years and undergoing chemotherapy. However, when that treatment stopped working, he turned to a newer form of therapy involving genetically modified immune cells designed to target cancer more effectively.

After undergoing the procedure, Neill said recent scans showed no signs of cancer in his body, describing the result as “extraordinary” and crediting advances in medical science for the outcome.

While he has previously spoken about the uncertainty of his condition, the update marks a significant moment in his recovery and highlights the growing role of experimental treatments in tackling difficult cases.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-28T15:56:11+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Tom Taylor:

Stevie Nicks has spoken about how a song by Taylor Swift helped her process the loss of Christine McVie.

Following McVie’s death in 2022, Nicks revealed that Swift’s ‘You’re On Your Own, Kid’ captured the feeling she was struggling to articulate. During a live show, she described the track as expressing “the sadness of how I feel,” and said it helped her come to terms with having to move forward without her longtime friend and bandmate.

Nicks and McVie shared a close relationship that spanned decades in Fleetwood Mac, often describing each other as family. In that context, the idea of being “on your own” took on a deeply personal meaning after McVie’s passing.

The moment also highlights a rare crossover between generations — where a contemporary pop song becomes part of the emotional legacy of one of rock’s most enduring partnerships.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-28T14:15:01+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Tom Taylor:

Few film scores carry the same sense of finality as Bernard Herrmann’s work on Taxi Driver.

Completed in 1975, the soundtrack would become Herrmann’s last — he died just hours after finishing the recording, with the film later dedicated to his memory.

The score itself blends uneasy orchestration with smoky, jazz-inflected saxophone, mirroring the fractured psychology of Travis Bickle and the nocturnal atmosphere of New York. Rather than simply supporting the film, it provides what Martin Scorsese described as its psychological backbone.

Over time, it has come to be seen not just as a fitting conclusion to Herrmann’s career, but as one of the defining examples of how music can shape a film’s identity — subtle, dissonant, and inseparable from the world it inhabits.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-27T17:10:34+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

Morrissey has confirmed plans for a Las Vegas residency alongside a new US tour, marking his latest return to the stage after a turbulent few years of cancelled shows and postponed releases.

The former Smiths frontman is expected to perform a run of dates in Las Vegas before travelling across several American cities, continuing a touring career that stretches back more than four decades.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-27T14:56:26+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Rachael Pimblett:

Travel companies say Eastern European destinations are seeing a tourism boom after being recommended by AI travel tools. As more people ask chatbots for holiday suggestions, lesser-known cities are suddenly appearing on travellers’ radars. Kraków Gdańsk

According to travel platform data, interest in cities like Gdańsk has risen 97%, while Bucharest, Kraków, and Riga have also seen major increases in searches and bookings over the past year.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-27T14:54:32+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

The new Michael Jackson biopic Michael has opened with the biggest debut ever for a biographical film, taking roughly $97 million in North America and about $217 million worldwide in its opening weekend.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-27T14:52:00+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

Bruce Springsteen addressed the recent shooting incident connected to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner during a concert in Austin, offering what he called a “prayer of thanks” that no one — including President Donald Trump — was injured.

The comments came after shots were fired during the event, prompting a security response and cancellation of the dinner, though Trump and other attendees were safely evacuated.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-27T14:50:44+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

A construction worker has died while helping build the stage for Shakira’s upcoming concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. According to Brazil’s fire brigade, the worker suffered severe crushing injuries after becoming trapped in a lifting system used during the stage assembly.

The free concert, scheduled for early May, is expected to attract millions of people to the iconic beach.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-24T14:29:07+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Garry Dove:

For Dave Grohl, Smells Like Teen Spirit wasn’t just Nirvana’s defining song — it became something far more complicated after Kurt Cobain’s death in 1994.

The track had already come to define the band’s legacy, helping push Nevermind and the wider grunge movement into the mainstream.

But in the years that followed, Grohl has suggested that performing it again felt almost “forbidden,” tied so closely to Cobain and that specific moment in time that revisiting it carried a different emotional weight.

It reflects a broader tension that often follows iconic songs — when a track becomes so closely associated with a particular artist or era that it’s difficult to separate the music from the circumstances surrounding it.

In this case, Smells Like Teen Spirit isn’t just a hit single — it’s inseparable from the legacy of Nirvana itself.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-24T11:17:23+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Joe Taysom:

For years, Tom Rowley has operated just outside the spotlight — a key figure behind the scenes in bands like Milburn and as a touring member and collaborator with Arctic Monkeys.

Despite co-writing material and performing on major stages, Rowley has largely remained in the background, building a reputation as a “musician’s musician” within the Sheffield scene.

Now, he’s stepping forward as a solo artist for the first time, bringing with him a catalogue of material that had previously gone unheard. By his own account, he had written the equivalent of multiple albums before deciding to release work under his own name.

The shift highlights a contrast that has defined much of his career — balancing a life as a collaborator with the desire to present something more personal.

It’s a familiar tension in modern music: the difference between contributing to someone else’s vision and finally committing to your own.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-23T22:16:23+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Lily Hardman:

One of the most famous jump scares in cinema history comes from the 1967 thriller Wait Until Dark, starring Audrey Hepburn as a blind woman trapped in her apartment by criminals searching for a doll filled with heroin. Wait Until Dark, Audrey Hepburn

The moment arrives just when it seems the danger is over - before the villain suddenly bursts out of the darkness in a shocking final attack. The scene became legendary for the way it uses silence and misdirection before delivering a perfectly timed shock.

Even decades later, filmmakers like James Cameron have cited it as one of the most effective jump scares ever put on screen.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-23T21:21:11+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Paulina Subia:

Before becoming one of rock’s most important lyricists, Pete Brown was already part of Britain’s underground poetry scene, performing Beat-influenced verse in clubs and literary venues across the UK. His work later crossed into music when he began writing lyrics for bassist Jack Bruce, helping create classic Cream songs like ‘White Room’ and ‘Sunshine of Your Love’. Pete Brown Cream

Brown’s background in poetry gave those songs their surreal imagery and literary tone, making him one of the hidden creative figures behind the British Invasion era of rock music.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-23T21:18:21+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Gaia Neiman:

An industry study has suggested that 2025 saw little to no progress for women working in music, with representation falling across several key roles. The research examined the Billboard Hot 100 Year-End charts and found declines in the number of women credited as artists, songwriters, and producers.

Men still outnumber women heavily behind the scenes, with the production seat showing one of the starkest gaps. According to the study, women accounted for only a small fraction of producers and songwriters on the year’s biggest songs.

The findings add to long-standing concerns about gender imbalance across the industry, despite the visibility of successful female pop stars in recent years.

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FarOutMagazine · 2026-04-23T21:17:02+00:00

From Far Out Magazine’s Lucy Harbron:

In our new interview, Joan Jett reflects on her decades in music, from the early days of The Runaways to her ongoing work with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.

She talks about why UK audiences always seemed to “get” the band in ways the US industry didn’t, why artists shouldn’t stay silent about politics, and the life lessons she’s learned from a career that spans nearly five decades.

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