Bob Bryar, former drummer of My Chemical Romance, was found dead in his home with canisters of nitrous oxide, raising questions about potential overdose. The medical examination deemed his death 'undetermined' due to decomposition, but the presence of nitrous oxide led to discussions about its implications in drug culture, particularly within the music community. Artists have warned about its rising popularity, likening it to recreational substances. As authorities consider bans, organizations like DanceSafe emphasize harm reduction over legislation, suggesting a potential crisis for festival-goers.
"I think we're clearly seeing another wave of nitrous oxide having rising popularity. There are lots of people entering this market with different flavorings, different sizes, different delivery nozzles."
"While opioids like fentanyl are a much more acute threat to drug users, this old and often misunderstood substance might be a renewed concern for festival-goers as well."
Collection
[
|
...
]