Silly Goose Faces Legal Troubles After Guerrilla Performance
Nü-metal revivalists Silly Goose are reaching out to their fans for support following the recent arrest of their lead vocalist, Jackson Foster. The incident occurred during one of the band’s signature guerrilla performances, this time taking place in the parking lot of a BP gas station in Chicago.
Incident Overview
Fresh off their electrifying performance at Lollapalooza on July 31, Silly Goose sought to extend their momentum with an impromptu show atop their van in the BP parking lot situated just outside the festival grounds. According to Foster, the band had secured permission from the station manager to play for one hour in exchange for $100.
However, despite the agreed terms, police arrived mid-performance. The band promptly halted their music, but Foster was still handcuffed and taken into custody with little explanation. He spent the night in jail and was subsequently charged with criminal trespassing.
GoFundMe Campaign Launched
In light of these developments, Foster has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to raise $8,000 for legal fees and to hire an attorney. The goal is to clear his record to prevent any complications that might arise during future international tours.
On the GoFundMe page, Foster shared his account of the events, stating, “My name is Jackson Foster and I’m the vocalist of Silly Goose. On Thursday, July 31st we played Lollapalooza and it was legendary. Then on Saturday night after Lollapalooza, we played a show on top of our van at the BP outside the festival to continue to raise awareness for our upcoming record Keys To The City. We had received permission from the manager, and we had even done the same thing the previous year.”
He continued, “He was going to let us play in front of gas pump 2 and 4 for one hour in exchange for $100. All of a sudden the cops showed up and that didn’t seem to matter. Nobody got hurt, we were just playing music, and when the cops got there, we stopped playing. I got off of the van and was immediately put in handcuffs and brought to jail with little to no explanation.”
Foster emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “After speaking with my team, this is the amount of money we predict that we will need for legal fees and hiring an attorney. It is crucial we get this charge off of my record so that we can tour overseas in the future. Any help is appreciated! Thank you!”
Upcoming Tour Dates
Despite the recent setback, Silly Goose is set to tour extensively in the coming months. Here are some of their scheduled performances:
Silly Goose with LANDMVRKS, Novelists & Resolve
- 9/14 Montreal, QC – MTELUS
- 9/15 Worcester, MA – Palladium
- 9/16 New York, NY – Irving Plaza
- 9/18 Louisville, KY – Louder Than Life
- 9/19 Madison, WI – Majestic Theater
- 9/20 Chicago, IL – House of Blues
- 9/21 Minneapolis, MN – The Lyric – Skyway
- 9/23 Denver, CO – Summit
- 9/24 Salt Lake City, UT – Metro Music Hall
- 9/26 Calgary, AB – The Palace Theater
- 9/27 Edmonton, AB – The Union
- 9/29 Vancouver, BC – Hollywood Theater
- 9/30 Portland, OR – Hawthorne Theater
- 10/1 Seattle, WA – Neptune
- 10/3 Sacramento, CA – Aftershock
- 10/4 Los Angeles, CA – The Regent
- 10/5 Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater
- 10/7 Dallas, TX – Studio at the Factory
- 10/9 Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
- 10/10 Nashville, TN – Basement East
- 10/11 Detroit, MI – St. Andrews Hall
- 10/12 Toronto, ON – Opera House
Silly Goose with Hot Milk & Cassyette
- 11/17 Glasgow, UK – SWG3 Galvanizers
- 11/19 London, UK – Roundhouse
- 11/20 Birmingham, UK – O2 Institute
- 11/22 Manchester, UK – O2 Victoria Warehouse
Conclusion
The recent legal troubles faced by Silly Goose highlight the challenges that independent artists can encounter while pursuing their passion. As they work to clear Foster‘s record, the band’s dedicated fanbase and the music community at large will play a crucial role in supporting their journey. If you’re interested in helping out, consider contributing to their GoFundMe campaign and catching them live on their upcoming tour.
FAQs
What happened during the performance at the BP gas station?
The band was arrested for criminal trespassing despite having permission from the station manager to perform.
How much money is Jackson Foster trying to raise?
Jackson Foster is aiming to raise $8,000 for legal fees and to hire an attorney.
Where can I donate to the GoFundMe campaign?
You can find the GoFundMe campaign linked through the band’s official social media pages or their website.
When is the next performance of Silly Goose?
The band will be performing in Montreal, QC on September 14, 2023, as part of their upcoming tour.
