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Alt Rock Bands Frontman Attacks Guitarist Onstage Ending Show Early On Reunion Tour

Alt-Rock Band's Frontman Attacks Guitarist Onstage, Ending Show Early on Reunion Tour

Video Shows Singer Gary Numan Lunge At Bandmate With Microphone

A highly-anticipated reunion show for '80s new wave band Tubeway Army ended early on Saturday night after the group's frontman, Gary Numan, attacked guitarist Paul Gardiner onstage.

Fan footage of the incident shows Numan, 64, lunge at Gardiner with his microphone as the band performed their signature song, "Are 'Friends' Electric?" at London's Eventim Apollo.

Numan Strikes Gardiner With Microphone

The footage shows Numan striking Gardiner in the head and chest with the microphone, causing the guitarist to fall to the ground.

Security personnel quickly intervened and separated the two musicians, while Gardiner was treated by paramedics at the scene.

Show Cut Short After Incident

The show was cut short following the incident, and Numan was escorted offstage by security.

Gardiner was taken to a nearby hospital for further treatment, and his condition is unknown at this time.

Numan Apologizes for Incident

Numan has since apologized for the incident, saying that he "lost control" and that he is "deeply sorry" for his actions.

In a statement released on Sunday, Numan said, "I have no excuse for my behavior. I am deeply ashamed of what I did, and I am truly sorry for the pain that I have caused Paul and the rest of the band."

Gardiner Says He Will Consider Legal Action

Gardiner has said that he is considering legal action against Numan.

In a statement released on Monday, Gardiner said, "I am still in shock and disbelief over what happened. I never thought that Gary would do something like this to me."

Reunion Tour Canceled

The remaining dates of Tubeway Army's reunion tour have been canceled in the wake of the incident.

The band was scheduled to play shows in Manchester, Glasgow, and Dublin.

Numan's History of Mental Health Issues

Numan has a history of mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.

In his autobiography, Numan revealed that he was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome in 2008.

Fans Express Disappointment and Anger

Fans of Tubeway Army have expressed disappointment and anger over the incident.

Many fans have taken to social media to criticize Numan's actions and to express their support for Gardiner.


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