Ben Weasel issues apology for SXSW incident

21 March 2011 | 9:43 pm | Staff Writer
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Screeching Weasel frontman Ben Weasel has released an apology in regards to his behaviour at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. During the band's set, a female fan struck out and spat at Ben in response to a misogynistic rant. 

Screeching Weasel frontman Ben Weasel has released an apology in regards to his behaviour at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. During the band's set, a female fan struck out and spat at Ben in resonse to a misogynistic rant. The frontman then jumped into the crowd and punched the woman in the face, before being grabbed by security. 


Ben Weasel had the following to say in relation to the incident, "Whatever my feelings are about fans crossing the line like that, I wish I could have that moment back and deal with it in the same spirit as I did the preceding 60 minutes. Since I can't, an apology is all I've got and I sincerely hope those people will accept it. Up front, I wish to say that I am sorry to the fan and any others who were involved. As a husband, father, and a musician on the public stage, I understand that it is my duty to always take responsibility for my actions in a socially acceptable way, and most especially in the face of confrontation."


"I want to apologize to the San Antonio fans, also, for having to cancel that show. I hope we can make it up down the road. I've obviously already talked to my band about it but I also want to publicly apologize for putting them in a bad position, as well as my manager, booking agent, label, and the support bands. My actions were unprofessional and unfair to the people I work with."

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