Backstage culture is under heavy fire after Brazilian icon Vintage Culture was forced to end his set early at P12 Guarapari. While performing his hit “Losing,” a VIP attendee threw water directly onto Ruiz and his expensive equipment.
This reckless act highlights the growing toxicity within backstage culture, where proximity to the artist often outweighs respect for the craft. Disappointed fans and industry experts are now calling for a total overhaul of on-stage VIP sections to protect performers.
By prioritizing safety over exclusive access, the industry hopes to fix the broken backstage culture that ruined this marathon performance.






