Months after Dance Gavin Dances clean vocalist Tilian Pearson was twice accused of sexual misconduct, including during their annual Swanfest Music Festival recently,Tillian took an immediate hiatus from the band. The band has toured and prm,oted their recent album without Pearson, Jackpot Juicer, released July 29th via Rise Records. The band also suffered the death of bassist Tim Feerick just prior to Swanfest and the allegations. Pearson has checked in from rehab to update the fans. Read the band’s statement below.
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Tilian Pearson of Dance Gavin Dance to “Step Away” from the Band Following Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Following a week in which Dance Gavin Dance clean vocalist Tilian Pearson was twice accused of sexual misconduct, including during their annual Swanfest Music Festival recently, the band has announced Tillian’s immediate hiatus from the band. No word on how long this will be for and Pearson is said to be getting immediate help. The band will continue their full slate of touring planned and their upcoming new album, Jackpot Juicer, due out July 29th via Rise Records. The band has managed to push forward in spite of the death of bassist Tim Feerick recently. Read the band’s statement below.
Dance Gavin Dance Bassist Tim Feerick Has Died
Sad news as Dance Gavin Dance bassist Tim Feerick has died. His passing was unexpected and no cause of death has been revealed at this time. The band announced the news on social media and have not yet commented how this affects their immediate touring plans or for their Swanfest event. RIP Tim. Continue reading