Turnstile’s Coachella Set Honors Brendan Yates’ Recovering Father Amid Attack Allegations
Turnstile’s recent performance at Coachella paid tribute to Brendan Yates’ father, Bill Yates, amidst serious allegations against former band member Brady Ebert. The band opened their set with a heartfelt video featuring Bill Yates, who expressed gratitude for the support he has received.
Brendan Yates’ Father Honored at Coachella
During their performance, Turnstile displayed a video message from Bill Yates. In the video, he thanked fans and shared his pride in his son’s band, which has been practicing for over a decade. This acknowledgment comes after a distressing incident involving Ebert.
Recent Incident Involving Former Guitarist
This month, Brady Ebert was arrested following an incident where he allegedly struck Bill Yates with his vehicle, resulting in serious injuries. Ebert faces charges of attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault. He was denied bail and is currently in custody.
- Event Date: April 1, 2026
- Location: Silver Spring, Maryland
- Victim: Bill Yates, age 79
- Alleged Perpetrator: Brady Ebert, age 33
- Charges: Attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault
According to police reports, Ebert drove to a property on Timberlake Drive, honking and shouting obscenities before intentionally colliding with Bill Yates.
Turnstile’s Response
Turnstile released a statement regarding their decision to part ways with Ebert in 2022. They cited a “consistent pattern of harmful behavior” as the reason for severing ties. Despite efforts to support his recovery, the band felt compelled to take action when communication became unhealthy and threatening.
Since leaving Turnstile, Ebert has performed with two other bands, S.E.T. and Experience, but has subsequently been dismissed from both.
As Turnstile continues to grow its fan base and develop its sound, the band remains focused on delivering powerful performances while navigating the challenges posed by their past relationships.
