Dance Gavin Dance have announced they have dismissed vocalist Tilian Pearson. In 2022, Pearson was on hiatus from the band following numerous accusations of sexual misconduct forcing tour and festival cancellations. He rejoined the band a few months later, and has been touring with the band behind their recent album Jackpot Juicer. Continue reading
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.
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, and stepped back from the band; coupled with the sudden passing of bassist Tim Feerick, the band has made a statement to fans. The band backed up their recent plan they are promoting their new album Jackpot Juicer (Rise Records) as planned, with many promotions, videos, teasers, and more collateral featuring both Tim and Tilian. They have offered fans to make up their own mind to support them, or not. Read the band’s statement below.