During a recent concert in Auckland, the performance by the band The Ocean was unexpectedly cut short when the venue had to be evacuated due to vape smoke setting off the fire alarm. The incident occurred during the song “Triassic,” and interestingly, the alarm was reportedly in tune with the music, causing the band to continue playing until the audience began to exit the building.
Incident Details
The Ocean shared on social media that a fan’s act of vaping, intended to add to the fun of the night, inadvertently led to the show’s premature ending. The band described the situation with a sense of humor and understanding, noting that the fan was actually trying to enhance the concert experience and was otherwise friendly and supportive.
Venue’s Response
The venue staff initially blamed the individual for the disruption. The Ocean, however, pointed out the importance of atmospheric effects like smoke or haze in their shows, which enhance the visibility of lighting beams and overall vibe of the performance. They expressed disappointment over the local policies in heritage buildings that restrict such effects, highlighting how these policies can diminish the visual impact of their concerts.
Apology and Invitation
The Ocean apologized to their Auckland fans for not being able to perform the last two songs of their set. They also extended an invitation to their next show in Wellington, promising to make up for the missed performance.
The incident has sparked conversations about the use of vaping devices at live events, balancing fan experience with safety and venue regulations.
