Ex-Turnstile’s Brady Ebert Faces Band Ejection Following Murder Charge
Former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert has been expelled from another band, Experience, following a serious charge of attempted murder. This news emerged after reports alleged that Ebert struck 79-year-old Brendan Yates’ father with his vehicle.
Ebert’s Departure from Experience
Ebert, who co-founded Experience with Bobby Faithful and Ben Rogers earlier this year, was set to release their debut EP, “Stay Present,” this June. However, the band issued a statement announcing his departure, stating, “What happened involving Brady is serious and deeply upsetting.” They expressed their concern for all parties affected and emphasized the gravity of the situation.
Statement from Experience
The members of Experience elaborated on their decision, revealing that they could not contact Ebert due to his current police custody. Their statement read:
- “There’s a difference between acknowledging what Brady meant to us and excusing what happened.”
- “What he did is unacceptable. This situation has been heavy and hard to process.”
- “At the center are real people dealing with real trauma, especially the Yates family.”
Ebert’s Background with Turnstile
Brady Ebert co-founded Turnstile in 2010 with childhood friend Brendan Yates. In 2022, the band announced they were parting ways with him, although details of his exit remained undisclosed. In January 2023, Ebert formed a new band, the S.E.T., but was dismissed by February after making inflammatory remarks about Turnstile members.
Latest Charges and Legal Response
Reports indicate that Ebert was involved in a serious incident, allegedly hitting Yates’ father. Following this, Turnstile clarified that Ebert’s departure was influenced by a “consistent pattern of harmful behavior.” Ebert reportedly claimed in court that he acted in “pure self-defense,” asserting he was “straight-up attacked.” However, police reports stated that Yates’ father suffered trauma to his lower extremities.
The developments surrounding Brady Ebert’s legal troubles and career changes highlight ongoing concerns within the music community, particularly regarding the implications of personal actions on professional relationships. Experience continues to move forward, focusing on their music while addressing the impact of Ebert’s actions on all involved.
