Brendan Yates Ejects Security Guard During Turnstile Show

The Incident at the Oklahoma City Performance

During a concert held in Oklahoma City on Monday (Oct. 5), Brendan Yates, the lead vocalist for the Hardcore Punk group Turnstile, brought the performance to an abrupt halt. The incident occurred approximately 75 percent of the way through the band's scheduled setlist while they were performing the track "Keep it Moving." According to reports and video footage, the situation escalated when Yates observed a confrontation between a member of the venue's security staff and a fan near the front of the stage.

Witness accounts and video evidence shared to Reddit by a user named Varietis show the moment the vocalist decided to intervene. Yates was seen jumping from the stage and approaching a group of security guards who were involved in a situation with a concertgoer. At one point during the confrontation, Yates appeared to become physically involved in the incident while continuing to hold his microphone. The footage captures the tension of the moment as the band's frontman took direct action to address the conduct of the security personnel.

Confrontation and Band Ultimatum

While on the venue floor, Yates used his microphone to publicly call out the security guard's behavior. He was heard shouting a clear directive regarding the staff member's status at the show:

"He's done. He's done."

— Brendan Yates

The situation drew further involvement from the band when bassist Franz Lyons also left the stage to join Yates on the floor. After the initial physical intervention, both Yates and Lyons returned to the stage to address the audience and the venue management. Yates made it clear that the band refused to continue their performance as long as the specific security guard remained on duty at the front of the stage. He issued a firm ultimatum, stating that the concert would end immediately if his request was not met.

"That security guard cannot be here. We won't play if he's still here."

— Brendan Yates

Yates Addresses Fan Safety and Movement

In addition to demanding the guard's removal, Yates took a moment to explain his actions to the crowd. He emphasized that the high-energy environment of a Turnstile show, which often includes movement and fans coming over the barrier, does not justify physical aggression from security staff. He advocated for the safety and enjoyment of the fans who were participating in the performance.

"I know all of you are coming up here and having a good time. There's high energy. There's movement. And there's no need for anyone to be swinging on anyone just coming over the barrier."

— Brendan Yates

This stance aligns with the frontman's established reputation for protecting fans during live events. Reports indicate that Yates has a history of not "messing around" when it comes to the well-being of the audience, and this incident in Oklahoma City served as a further demonstration of that commitment.

Show Resumption and Setlist Details

The demand for the security guard's removal was successful, as the staff member was reportedly taken out of the venue. Although the primary video of the incident cuts off shortly after Yates' ultimatum, secondary data confirms that the band did not end the show prematurely. A check of Setlist.fm reveals that after the security guard was removed, Turnstile continued their set and performed eight more songs. This extended performance included an encore, allowing the band to finish their scheduled appearance for the Oklahoma City audience following the resolution of the conflict.

The event has since gained attention through social media platforms and music news outlets, highlighting the ongoing dialogue regarding the relationship between venue security and the high-intensity culture of live music performances. The footage, attributed to Getty Images/Varietis via Reddit, remains a central piece of documentation for the night's events.