Metal Anarchy

We Came As Romans have taken to social media to offer an explanation for the last minute cancellation of their October 22 set at the Fête Music Hall in Providence, RI. The show was scrapped following an altercation with security.

The band said the following:

“Our show in Providence, RI last night had to be canceled. During Bodysnatcher‘s set, multiple attendees were wrongfully & aggressively dragged out of the venue. Some of our touring crew went outside to de-escalate the situation with security, as we had approved moshing & crowd surfing with the venue & security teams during a security brief earlier that day.

The security team did not respond well, & the situation escalated further, even to the point of spitting in our crew’s faces, spitting on gear, threatening physical violence & someone having to be physically restrained.

Out of an abundance of caution for the protection of all of the fans, our own touring party (all 4 bands & crew), & the venue staff – all parties agreed that the best move was to cancel the show.

We can’t tell you how disappointed we are that we were not able to play.

Refunds are available at your point of purchase. We would like to thank Bowery Presents for being great partners, and do not want this to reflect on them at all. This situation reflects only on house security of the venue & venue management’s lack of accountability.”