Why was Steven Page of the Barenaked Ladies arrested?”
Barenaked Ladies singer and guitarist Steven Page faces a cocaine possession charge after his arrest while visiting two woman at their suburban Syracuse apartment. Page, 38, of Toronto, was charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a felony that carries a maximum penalty of up to 15 years in prison, Manlius police Capt. Bill Bleyle said Wednesday. The arrest comes as the band, known for its clean image and cross-generational appeal, recently released a new album for children titled, “Snacktime,” a collection of two dozen original children’s songs. Terry McBride, the Vancouver-based manager for the band, said Barenaked Ladies shows are still scheduled, but he declined comment on Page’s arrest. “We cannot comment because the matter is before the courts, but we are confident our client Steven will be completely exonerated,” McBride said in a statement. “Until that time, it’s business as usual for the Barenaked Ladies.” Page was with the band when it perform
