US Festival Founder Responds To Allegations Of Sexual Assault & Harassment

The founder of LA's FYF Festival has been accused of sexual misconduct by four women in a harrowing new report by Spin. 

The publication has listed four incidents between 2010 and 2015 where Sean Carlson engaged in the alleged sexual misconduct, including one instance of sexual assault. 

In a statement given to Spin, Carlson admitted to two of the incidents being true, but denies the others, including the alleged sexual assault. 

"The descriptions in Incidents 1 and 2 both contain serious misstatements and omissions," the statement reads.

"However, on both occasions I acted inappropriately and shamefully, and deeply regret my actions.  

"I am genuinely, unequivocally sorry. I lay fault at no one’s feet but my own. I am ashamed by how I acted and feel terrible for the pain that I have caused. Actions speak louder than words.

"In December 2015, my years of recklessness and selfishness hit a breaking point; I had to make a promise to family and friends that I would change, or risk finally exhausting what remained of their compassion and support. I gave up alcohol for good, I embraced therapy, and I asked, sincerely, that my family and friends forgive me.

"Nevertheless, these corrective actions do not excuse my reprehensible conduct, and are small solace to those whose pain I am so sorry to have caused."

The allegations come only days after Coachella promoter Goldenvoice announced it had ended its six-year relationship with Carlson.

This past July's FYF Festival featured the likes of Missy Elliott, Frank Ocean and Nine Inch Nails, as well as Australian acts, Julia Jacklin and Royal Headache.