My Morning Jacket, performed Oct. 7, 2008, at the University of Iowa. (L-R) Carl Broemel, "Two Tone" Tommy, Jim James, Bo Koster and Patrick Hallahan.
My Morning Jacket Member Injured at Iowa
By
Becky Ogann
Story Created:
Oct 8, 2008 at 10:12 AM CST
Story Updated:
Oct 8, 2008 at 10:12 AM CST
IOWA CITY (AP) - Singer and guitarist Jim James of the Southern-rock group My Morning Jacket has been released from the hospital after being injured in a fall during a concert at the University of Iowa.
The Gazette reports that James slipped and fell about 30 minutes into the band's set at the Recreation Building and was taken to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. James apparently hit his head in the fall, which happened in the dark between songs. The remainder of the show was canceled.
UIHC spokesman Tom Moore said Wednesday that James, who's real name is James Olliges Jr., was treated and released.
The Gazette reports that My Morning Jacket's four other members left the stage seconds after James fell. Drummer Patrick Hallahan returned to the stage several minutes later to say James fell and his injury was being assessed. About 10 minutes later, Hallahan and the rest of the band, minus James, took the stage to say the show was canceled.
"Jim was really hurt, he's heading to the hospital," Hallahan said. "We're really sorry, this has never happened before."
At least one fan yelled "refund!" but the majority of the crowd cheered in a show of support for James.
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Wednesday, Oct 8 at 4:27 PM Pat O. wrote ...
I wasn't even there and I want a refund.I have lost enough in my 401k, I need to start looking for "FREEBIES." Well I am going to put my neck brace on now and wait for one of you suckers to tailgate me. I know this is wrong but I'm tired of buying my underwear at garage sales!!!
Wednesday, Oct 8 at 1:52 PM Hot Dog wrote ...
I hope Jim feels better as I do not wish harm on anyone. However I'd ask for a gd refund anyway.MMJ sux.
Wednesday, Oct 8 at 11:07 AM Anonymous wrote ...
REFUND!!!
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