John Lydon denies 'racist' Bloc Party attack

Sex Pistols @ Summercase, Barcelona – July 19, 2008 (lalitaporfavor)

John Lydon has responded to allegations of his involvement in a racist assault by saying his accuser is a liar and in need of the publicity. In a carefully worded statement, Lydon said: “I feel very sorry for a man that needs to lie about what was a perfect evening.” In Lydon’s version of events, the Sex Pistols singer claims that, “trouble was brought us, resulting in those causing the trouble being physically removed by festival security”. He added: “If they need publicity so badly this is the allegation universe they run into.” [Guardian]

In related news, Bloc Party bassist Gordon Moakes will not be with the band when they arrive in North America next week. The reason: “in order to prepare for the imminent arrival of his first child.”