Sombr calls out Brixton Academy mid-performance after fan incident: ‘You guys need to pay attention’
Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Pop star Sombr called out Brixton Academy during his performance at the London venue after security apparently failed to notice a fan who had fainted in the crowd. The Grammy-nominated US singer, real name Shane Michael Boose, was performing his third and final show at the venue on Monday (9 March) when he stopped midway through a rendition of his hit song “Back to Friends”. “Guys, there’s someone passed out over here,” the 20-year-old told security, seen in footage that has circulated on social media. “This is the most poorly managed venue I’ve ever played at in my life. You guys need to pay attention. It’s insane. Safety comes first.” Sombr did not address the incident after the show, only posting to social media to say: “London night three. I love you so much. Thanks for an unforgettable past three nights. I’ll be …


