On August 9th Placebo were set to peform on the main stage at the Summer Sonic Festival in Osaka, Japan. In fact they did perform (see image, left), but only for one song. As has come to be the case the band intro’d with Kitty Litter; however immediately after the song finished concert goers report that Brian Molko suddenly collapsed on stage. Leaving onlookers, crew and bandmates stunned Brian was quickly whisked off stage whereupon he was immediately tended to by medical staff.

The band’s official website has since released a statement emphasising that thanks to prompt and professional help, Brian is recovering well. The reasons for fainting on stage have been cited as “a gruelling and intensive schedule” which included the band playing 5 different countries in just 9 days. This combined with a virus picked up by the petite singer eventually took their toll.

Finally, with concern towards their fans who had lost out on a concert, the band have said, “we would like to extend our grateful thanks and sincere apologies to the fans who made a huge effort travelling to see us in Osaka, especially after long queue’s in the heavy rain.”

Take care Brian, we’re all wishing you well.

    - Pictures from their gig in Tokyo on August 8th can be viewed here.
    - Pictures from Osaka, during Kitty Litter can be viewed here.
    - Official statement.
    - YouTube footage. Warning, footage may be distressing to watch.