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MNN UK · May 13, 2026 · 1 min read

Bring Me the Horizon and Eric Clapton hit by objects thrown by fans

What happened: During a St Louis concert, Bring Me the Horizon’s frontman Oli Sykes was struck on the head by a phone thrown from the audience, causing a concussion. Eric Clapton has also experienced similar incidents recently.

Why it matters:

  • Raises concerns about performer safety at live events
  • Affects musicians and audience dynamics during concerts

MNN Take: Incidents of objects being thrown at performers highlight ongoing challenges in maintaining safe environments at live music shows.

Sources: Guardian UK