News in Punk » Controversy http://www.newsinpunk.com All punk, all the time. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 20:22:45 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 Sex Pistols Johnny Rotten Sued for Assault and Battery http://www.newsinpunk.com/2008/06/sex-pistols-johnny-rotten-sued-for-assault-and-battery/ http://www.newsinpunk.com/2008/06/sex-pistols-johnny-rotten-sued-for-assault-and-battery/#comments Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:00:10 +0000 http://www.newsinpunk.com/sex-pistols-johnny-rotten-sued-for-assault-and-battery/ Post from: News in Punk

]]> sexpistols.jpgOh boy, do I have some news for you this morning!

Apparently, Johnny Rotten has been living up to his surname – at least, that’s what a former reality TV show producer claims.

As reported on EOnline, Sex Pistols member Johnny Rotten (real name John Lydon) is being sued by former producer Roxanne Davis for assault and battery. The plaintiff claims Lydon repeatedly insulted her with profanity-laced diatribes and less than chivalrous behavior.

The lawsuit arose when Lydon allegedly punched Davis in the face following an argument regarding his hotel accommodations.

In addition to the alleged assault and battery, Davis is also suing for other charges, including sexual harassment. The full story can be read via the link above.

I’ll be updating you with this story as more information develops. Meanwhile, what do you think about this lawsuit? Leave your thoughts in the comments.

Denise

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]]> scatterbox.jpgPunk/hardcore outfit Scatterbox recently held a benefit for a new food bank in Couer d’Alene. Unfortunately, the benefit turned a little… ugly.

On November 9th, 2007 Scatterbox played through several songs of their set, but were abruptly cut off when the bar’s owner shut down the power due to fans breaking things and making a mess.

Once the power was cut, a bit of chaos ensued with Scatterboxe’s lead vocalist Tom White instigating an argument with the bar’s owner. Chaos ensued, and the police were called. The band was thisclose to getting arrested, but the cops decided not to press charges.

Pretty crazy, huh? In any case, Scatterbox has a new album coming out in early 2008. Check ‘em out, but please – don’t instigate a riot, okay? :)

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]]> http://www.newsinpunk.com/2007/11/recent-scatterbox-benefit-goes-berserk/feed/ 0 The Gaslight Anthem Removed from Saints and Sinners Lineup http://www.newsinpunk.com/2007/09/the-gaslight-anthem-removed-from-saints-and-sinners-lineup/ http://www.newsinpunk.com/2007/09/the-gaslight-anthem-removed-from-saints-and-sinners-lineup/#comments Tue, 18 Sep 2007 18:03:28 +0000 http://www.newsinpunk.com/the-gaslight-anthem-removed-from-saints-and-sinners-lineup/ Post from: News in Punk

]]> Curiouser and curiouser…

Apparently, sources are saying that the New Jersey quartet The Gaslight Anthem have been removed from the Saints and Sinners Festival lineup.

The group, currently touring Germany, was notified that due to a “conflicting show,” they would be unable to play the festival.

Here’s the weird part – the alleged conflict of interests does not occur anywhere NEAR the Saints and Sinners Festival. As a matter of fact, it doesn’t even occur within the same month as the fest.

Something smells rotten, if you ask me.

In any case, check out their Myspace for the songs they are currently streaming and keep an eye out of their upcoming EP, Senor and the Queen, due out later this year.

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