Overview
- During Garbage’s Dec. 5 set in Melbourne, Shirley Manson halted the show to call out a festivalgoer with a beach ball, labeling the behavior disrespectful.
- Video circulated by music outlets indicates the beach ball did not reach the stage, though the moment still triggered widespread discussion.
- After the show, Manson wrote on Threads that she makes “NO APOLOGIES,” citing a long-standing dislike of beach culture and beach balls.
- She tied the outburst to broader grievances about musicians not being paid properly and performers being treated like circus acts.
- Music Feeds reported that Emmy from RedHook said she and members of Yours Truly and Forever Ends Here tossed the balls at Stand Atlantic’s request, as Garbage continue their Australian festival dates and sold-out sideshows with U.K. shows slated for 2026.