US Band Call Off Australian Tour Following Promoter's Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Band issue statement.
Content warning: This news article contains discussion of sexual assault.
US outfit Sleep have today axed their 2018 tour of Australia following sexual misconduct allegations against promoter, Dave Cutbush.
The band took to Facebook to confirm the cancellation of the run, originally slated to commence next month.
"We have learned today of allegations of sexual harassment and verbal and physical abuse by Dave Cutbush of Life Is Noise," the statement reads.
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"We cannot and will not tolerate this behaviour with anyone. We cannot tolerate or work with those who are complicit in this behaviour either.
"In light of this, and with utmost respect to those affected, it is with great regret that we must cancel our planned tour of New Zealand and Australia this coming January."
Sleep added they hope to reschedule an Australian tour with a new promoter.
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Life Is Noise announced this morning that it is parting ways with Cutbush effective immediately following the accusations.
Fellow Life Is Noise touring acts, Wolves In The Throne Room and Chelsea Wolfe, are currently both slated to play Qld's Crowbar when they hit the country in April and March respectively, however the Brisbane venue also distanced itself from Cutbush today.
The Music has contacted both bands for comment.
If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au.
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