The 35-year-old music star took to Instagram Stories just hours after being granted bail from HMP Forest Bank in Salford, signaling his intent to resume his global tour and continue preparations for his highly anticipated Breezy Bowl XX 20th anniversary shows across Europe.
Brown’s short but emphatic message quickly drew attention from fans and media alike, following days of legal uncertainty surrounding the singer’s future performances.
His bail was approved by Judge Tony Baumgartner at Southwark Magistrates’ Court, effectively clearing the way for Brown to honour his upcoming international tour commitments—at least for now.
The Grammy Award-winning performer was arrested last week on May 15 at the Lowry Hotel in Salford, where he had been staying after arriving via Manchester Airport to rehearse for his tour. His arrest followed charges related to an alleged assault involving music producer Abe Diaw, as reported by The Sun.
The incident, which reportedly took place at London’s upscale Tape nightclub in Mayfair on February 19, 2023, centres around allegations that Brown used a bottle to inflict bodily harm on Diaw during a heated altercation. The charge carries serious legal implications, and Brown is expected to return to court next month for further hearings.
Following his release, Brown was seen leaving the prison grounds in a sleek silver Mercedes-Benz Vito, surrounded by members of his entourage. While he did not make any public statements, his Instagram post left no doubt that he intends to move forward with his tour.
The Breezy Bowl XX tour, celebrating two decades of Brown’s career, has been heavily promoted and was under threat of disruption pending the court’s decision on bail. His legal team had argued that postponing or cancelling performances would lead to major financial and contractual repercussions.
Fans across Europe can now breathe a sigh of relief, as Brown is expected to appear on stage as scheduled, barring any further legal developments.
Still, the looming court case casts a shadow over his celebratory tone. Brown has faced numerous legal controversies over the years, and this latest case will again test the resilience of both his career and his public image. For now, though, the message is clear: Chris Brown is out—and he’s headed back to the stage.