Yesterday, ESG had been slated to play a present at Oakland’s Crybaby. The South Bronx band (whose “UFO” is among the most sampled songs in historical past) canceled last-minute, sharing an announcement on social media saying the “atmosphere was marked by poisonous masculinity, which fostered hostility and disrespect.”
The present was introduced by folkYEAH!, who haven’t but commented nor has the venue. Opener Bare Roommate dropped off in solidarity, writing on their Instagram Story, “We’re devastated and outraged that they had been handled unjustly! Respect and security aren’t negotiable!” Right here’s what ESG wrote of their assertion in regards to the scenario:
We had been there.
ESG is unable to carry out at Crybaby resulting from circumstances that compromised each our security and integrity as artists. The atmosphere was marked by poisonous masculinity, which fostered hostility and disrespect that no performer ought to be subjected to. As well as, illegal actions had been going down, creating situations that weren’t solely unsafe, but additionally unacceptable.
As we’re deeply dedicated to our craft and to offering an expertise rooted in respect and authenticity, we couldn’t in good conscience proceed below these circumstances. Our resolution was made to guard our well-being, honor our values, and stand towards conduct that shouldn’t have any place in skilled or artistic areas.
Simply so you already know… we had been there.
