Ian Brown gig abandoned
22/11/2005 - 13:31:14A concert by former Stone Roses front man Ian Brown had to be abandoned after 20 minutes because the floor at the venue began to sag.
Almost 2,000 people were told to leave Newcastle's Carling Academy, which has only been open for a month. Organisers said it was simply a safety precaution as there was no danger the floor would collapse during the concert last night. Ticket holders have been told they will get their money back.
However, the organisers are speaking to Ian Brown to see if the gig can be rescheduled at the back end of the tour. If so, people will be given the opportunity to keep their tickets and go to the next concert.
It is believed that four or five joists under the main dance floor came out of their springs.
