Huge US band in ‘painful and unexpected’ split from star with cryptic statement about ‘behaviour’ in ‘personal crisis’

INDIE band Goose have parted ways with bandmate Jeff Arevalo after an “unexpected situation”; regarding “behaviour in his personal life”;.

The group, which has been together since 2014, released a statement explaining their split with their multi-instrumentalist bandmate, with both hinting at tension behind-the-scenes that became impossible to move on from.

Making the announcement on Instagram, the band wrote: “We have been made aware of behavior in Jeff’s personal life that does not align with the band’s core values. As a result, Jeff will no longer be part of the Goose organisation.”;

“This is an incredibly unfortunate, unexpected situation, and we did not anticipate having to make another painful change to the band,”; they continued.

“However, it is clear that this is the only way forward as we remain committed to upholding the values that define our community, particularly when it comes to respecting others and creating a safe environment.”;

“This past tour was an unexpected challenge to navigate, but through it all, the four of us forged a deeper connection on and off stage,”; the band wrote.

“We’re feeling inspired to continue growing as a unit as we move into this next chapter, and are deeply grateful for everyone with us on this journey.”;

Comments on the post have been turned off, with no further information regarding the situation given.

In response, Arevalo – who joined the band in 2020 – has made his own statement giving his own version of events, stating he approached the band’s manager with a “personal crisis”; in January and initially took time away from the band to seek therapy for his mental health.

He claimed that he felt “grossly mistreated and underestimated”; while also confirming the end of Orebolo, a secondary spin-off band with fellow Goose bandmates, Rick Mitarotonda and Peter Anspach.

In his lengthy statement, he wrote in part: “I chose to take a mental health break and pursued a program in the great state of Washington. I studied emotional issues, spoke with many counselors, and worked in a group therapy setting with an open heart and mind.

“I journaled daily, wrote poetry, and played music with my roommate. The idea of a new and limitless future became much more enticing to me than returning to ‘the organization’.

“Upon leaving the program, rather than hearing from my former bandmates, I had received an email from the band’s lawyer stating that I was being let go for ‘reported behaviour and actions’.

“I have had plenty of time to reflect upon my actions, relationships and values and I agree that we should go our separate ways.”;

“I am extremely grateful for the opportunities I have been given over the last five years,”; he continued.

“Thank you all for listening and supporting me on my journey. Thank you, above all, to the fans who became friends along the way.

“I do not feel that I was rightly respected, valued or properly utilised in my time with the organisation. In fact, I had to forgo severance because I refused to sign an NDA. I have chosen to retain my dignity and truth.”;

“I wish them well on their journey. I’m pursuing other opportunities where I can be more involved in the songwriting process, creative direction and work in a properly equitable environment,”; he said.

“I have a lot to offer and have been grossly mistreated and underestimated.”;

“This moment also unfortunately marks the end of Orebolo,”; he concluded.

“However, I’ll be holding tryouts for two new guitar players at a future date. I’ll bring the bass.”;