The thrill degree for Jane’s Dependancy’s fall tour simply jumped to a brand new degree. That is as a result of the Jane’s Dependancy’s social media simply posted a short video of former bassist Eric Avery jamming with singer Perry Farrell.
Those that’ve adopted Jane’s Dependancy’s historical past know of Avery’s on-and-off relationship with the group, who first exited the band’s celebrated unique lineup in 1991, then returned for the band’s 2008 reunion solely to exit once more in 2010. Chris Chaney dealt with bass duties for Jane’s Dependancy throughout the newest interval the place Avery was not within the band. Avery has additionally performed with Rubbish, Alanis Morissette, Smashing Pumpkins and 9 Inch Nails at varied factors in his profession whereas additionally main his solo venture Polar Bear.
Within the new video seen beneath, Avery seems to now have a reasonably clear shaven head as he jams away on the bass and Farrell is seen singing with a lyric sheet in his hand. Nevertheless, what they’re enjoying and performing isn’t heard, with suggestions overlying what is definitely being carried out.
As you’ll be able to see, the video was posted with no rationalization earlier at the moment (Aug. 17), leaving Twitter buzzing as to what all of it means. “Someone please put this into context so I can correctly calibrate my pleasure degree,” said one commenter. A second provided, “WOOW!!! @ericavery shaved his head… ERIC IS PLAYING WITH @perryfarrell !!!! First new Pornos music introduced, now this. What a time to be alive.” Whereas a 3rd added, “This warms my coronary heart.”
Additional complicating issues is that Farrell has reactivated Porno for Pyros this 12 months as properly, with the band initially filling in for Jane’s Dependancy at festivals whereas guitarist Dave Navarro recovers from lengthy haul COVID. That just lately led to a different revelation of Farrell working with guitarist Peter DiStefano on new music, presumable for the band’s first album since 1996. Avery has not had a previous affiliation with Porno for Pyros, however it’s identified they have been engaged on music of late with Farrell concerned.
That stated, again in July, Perry Farrell revealed that new Jane’s Dependancy music was on the way in which, which might are inclined to make extra sense.
As you may count on, the potential of an Eric Avery return that may reunite the band’s unique lineup is one thing that is piqued the joy for Jane’s followers. See a number of the reactions beneath.
Jane’s Dependancy will be part of Smashing Pumpkins on tour this fall. Get your tickets right here.
