A fan in Sydney has jumped on stage during a performance by American punk-rock band NOFX, which resulted in him being punched in the face by lead singer, Fat Mike.
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The fan jumped on the stage and ran up to Fat Mike, putting his arm around the rocker from the side.
Mike didn't take too kindly to this interruption and punched the fan in the face, then kicking him on the ground.
The fan was dragged off stage by security and NOFX continued with their performance.
Following the incident, Mike tweeted out apologising to the fan, and offering to buy him a beer.
Alex, if you go to the show on friday I'll buy you a beer. Just don't throw it at me alright?
The fan simply known as Alex tweeted to Fat Mike after.
@FatMike_of_NOFX thanks for the KO mike, didn't hurt too much. Soz for creepin up on you like, punk shows are a bit different down here.
He then uploaded this image.
@lemonlawpunk @FatMike_of_NOFX not a fake account, heres photo of my swollen lip and in what i wore
Fat Mike's actions caused backlash online.
Lost so much respect for @FatMike_of_NOFX .. Idc how bad you feel on stage, you don't disrespect and hurt a fan that supports your music.
@FatMike_of_NOFX aftwer watching mikes reaction i totally lost my respect for him, fucking coward, kids paying for your show and ur music
@FatMike_of_NOFX piss poor effort, regardless.
Alex responded to the anger online by playing down the incident.
Calm down guys, it didn't even hurt