Unruly Fans Cause Slipknot Mexico Fest Cancellation, Respond by Destroying Evanescence’s Equipment – Spin

Slipknot were forced to cancel their performance at their own Knotfest Mexico festival on Saturday night due to a broken barricade. Prior to their set, audience members broke through the stage barrier and, after repeated attempts to fix it, Knotfest announced that the night would no longer proceed as planned. Mayhem ensued, as Revolver points out.

Evanescence, who were scheduled to go on before Slipknot, had their equipment set up on stage. Attendees stormed the stage and set fire to the band’s drum kit. Video from the festival went viral showing a set of drums on fire.

“Safety –…