Dying Scene 
Bostonian-turned-Californian folk-punk singer-songwriter Bryan McPherson has once again been tabbed (along with Blood Or Whiskey) as an opener for Dropkick Murphys on their upcoming eleven-date tour that runs from California to Oklahoma. Thanks to the long arm of the law that is The Walt Disney Company, McPherson will only be playing ten of the eleven dates. McPherson took to Facebook to explain:
BANNED by Disney!!! Well holy fucking shit people, I just got Banned from playing the Anaheim show (editor’s note: show date is November 5th) by Disney since the venue is in their complex. The reason? My “Anti-political police views and drug insinuation”. Well I’m honored they actually listened to the words. I’m floored. What an honor!!!
We’ve reached out to Disney, LiveNation and the House of Blues in Anaheim for comment (seriously…we have!). As of this writing, it’s been all radio silence, but we’ll keep you posted. Head below for the full tour rundown.
Nov 04 Warfield Theatre San Francisco, CA
Nov 05 House Of Blues Anaheim, CA
Nov 07 Riverside Municipal Auditorium Riverside, CA
Nov 08 Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, NV
Nov 09 Majestic Ventura Theater Ventura, CA
Nov 10 House of Blues San Diego, CA
Nov 12 Rialto Theatre Tucson, AZ
Nov 13 Sunshine Theatre Albuquerque, NM
Nov 14 Tricky Falls El Paso, TX
Nov 15 Backstage Live San Antonio, TX
Nov 16 Cain’s Ballroom Tulsa, OK
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that’s lame….they’ had ”political” minded acts even more hardcore bands play there
I read it but how did he get banned. Why do they care about his views. Ive heard some pretty raw bands at hob
No word on whether the Dropkicks can play “Kiss Me, I’m Shitfaced.” Or “Euro Trash.” Or “Pipebomb on Lansdowne.” Or…
I just saw fucking BAD RELIGION there.
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because dropkicks have wholesome music hahaha
A few years ago, Slapshot was supposed to play with the Murphys at another HOB and I think the same type of thing happened.
Refusing to wear your purity ring will get you banned
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Pick a new venue!
Fuck Disney!
I’ve never heard of Bryan McPherson but now I’m gonna buy his record(s). Thanks Disney!
Disney pulled the sane shit with Bricktop , so The Old Firm Casuals and Street Dog canceled and found another venue. They didn’t even give a reason why they didn’t want them to play. Fuck Disney.
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Matt Jewett-Williams
Dropkicks should have boycotted that place and cancel and support Bryan!!!!!!
Watch out for that free speech and freedom of ideas. It’ll cost you plenty
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At different moments in one’s artistic career decisions have to be made regarding commercial viability as it pertains to the artists truth. I think it speaks volumes about Brian’s character and conviction that his views would put him at odds with Disney. Corporations are about money, and art/music about telling the truth. I would, as Brian does, consider the ban a badge of honor.
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I just saw NOFX at HOB Anaheim. They are “ok” but this guy isn’t? How about Masked Intruder? They played there too. So lame.
Nah. It’s not Dropkick Murphys problem. They do plenty to support up and coming acts as it is.
Voice of the revolution! !! Rock on Bryan.
So, do bands playing at HOB on Disney property have to self-censor, or what?
Tartar Control and The Maxies are also band from HoB Anaheim
Disney are a bunch of NOBS!
When I tour managed Anti-Flag we played there several times, I would think their political views would definitely cover similar ground.
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That’s horse shit!
To be banned by Disney is an honor, as they are without a doubt one of the most fucked-up corporations out there. So…well done, Bryan.
Does that mean Disney is pro-political police?
House of Rules. I got kicked out of the Anaheim one for taking pictures during the transplants and distillers. Also got escorted off the premises of downtown Disney. Buncha pussies over there working for the mouse.
Folk / punk / singer – songwriter? C’mon pick one and commit. As for disney, no surprise
Fuck the mouse and OC
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Don’t mess with the Mouse.
Yep. Anaheim HoB has different guidelines than other HoBs. Disney trumps.
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