Post Malone's Big Ass Stadium Tour has been making headlines across the country, not only for the dynamic performances but also for some fiery mishaps. At a recent stop at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Malone left the crowd ablaze with his signature pyrotechnics. Phoenix New Times reported that the artist brought his A-game with an impressive setlist that included songs from his decade-long career, amidst a stage set reminiscent of vintage Las Vegas. Despite missing opener Jelly Roll, the show was still a hit with audience members, though some were grumbling about the absence as if it were a last-minute change, even though the tour announcements had been clear.
Meanwhile, more literal sparks flew at the Toronto concert. Fans eagerly packed in near the stage for a performance by Jelly Roll, which turned alarming when a firework struck a fan named Bre in the head. Wearing the visible marks of a concert souvenir gone wrong, she captured the incident on her phone, as her hair smoldered from the impact. American Songwriter detailed, the video showing Bre's minor injury quickly went viral, leading to calls for compensatory gestures from the performers.
As for Malone himself, he did not let an injury sustained during the performance slow him down. Despite a limp noticeable as the night wore on, the artist powered through the concert, closing with his hit "Congratulations." Though it's not clear when, Malone apparently hurt himself mid-performance – a less severe event compared to his fall in St. Louis the previous year, but an issue nonetheless with tour dates looming.
Back in Toronto, conversations online amongst fans indicate a growing expectation for Malone and Jelly Roll to address the firework accident. As one fan commented, "Girl get in contact with Post or Jelly Roll QUICK," highlighting the sentiment that the performers owe Bre something for her ordeal. While neither artist has made a public statement regarding the accident, the pressure from fans for them to reach out to Bre seems to be increasing, with some suggesting monetary compensation or exclusive fan experiences as potential remedies.
The Big Ass Stadium Tour continues its streak through major cities, mixing hits with pyrotechnics that have become a talking point for better or for worse. Whether these events will ignite changes to the shows' special effects or lead to a direct response from Malone and Jelly Roll to the injured fan remains to be seen as the tour rolls on toward its final dates.
