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Jane’s Addiction Members Move On Without Perry Farrell

1/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a surprising twist, Jane’s Addiction members Dave Navarro, Eric Avery, and Stephen Perkins are forging ahead with new music, leaving frontman Perry Farrell behind after a September 2024 onstage clash. Avery teased fans on social media about a potential 2025 release, hinting at a revival of their side project, Deconstruction, instead of continuing under the Jane’s Addiction banner.

History

Historical Context

Jane's Addiction, formed in 1985, was pivotal in the 1990s alternative rock movement, launching the Lollapalooza festival. After multiple breakups and reunions, the band’s members often pursued side projects, like Deconstruction and The Panic Channel. The recent split from frontman Perry Farrell echoes past tensions, reflecting the band's history of creative conflicts and shifting dynamics within the alternative music scene.

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Story summary

In a surprising twist, Jane’s Addiction members Dave Navarro, Eric Avery, and Stephen Perkins are forging ahead with new music, leaving frontman Perry Farrell behind after a September 2024 onstage clash. Avery teased fans on social media about a potential 2025 release, hinting at a revival of their side project, Deconstruction, instead of continuing under the Jane’s Addiction banner.

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