Arcade Fire Uk Tour Fans Urge Band To Cancel Shows After Sexual Misconduct Allegations Ents Arts News

The claims by three women and one genderqueer were published in an investigation by US music website Pitchfork over the weekend. The four were aged between 18 and 23 at the time of the alleged misconduct between 2016 and 2020 – while Butler was in his 30s, the article said. Butler, who has been married to Arcade Fire bandmate Régine Chassagne since 2003, said the interactions were consensual and strongly denied any inappropriate behaviour, but said he was “very sorry for anyone I hurt with my behaviour”. . Pictured: Win Butler, left, and Regine Chassagne on stage in 2020. Photo: Amy Harris/Invision/AP Chassagne supported her husband, saying in a statement: “I know he has never and will never touch a woman without her consent and I’m sure he never did. He lost his way and found his way back.” . Following the allegations, some fans of the indie rock band say they no longer feel comfortable attending Arcade Fire shows or listening to their music. Some are trying to resell tickets or have requested refunds from sales sites, and some say it’s the band’s responsibility to step in and make this happen. Arcade Fire played shows in Dublin this week and are set to kick off a handful of UK dates tonight, before gigs across Europe, the US and Canada. After playing in Dublin, Feist announced her departure from the tour on Thursday, saying in a lengthy statement explaining her decision that “the best way to take care of my band and crew and my family is to step away from this tour, not this talk.” Fan Daisy Collier, a 30-year-old from Gloucestershire, says Arcade Fire has been her favorite band since she was 15, but her heart sank when she read about the allegations. He has tickets for tonight’s show in Birmingham. “Being a fan of the band for so long, it’s kind of sad that comes with the feeling of [reading this] for someone you’ve listened to and admired and, you know, really felt those lyrics for years,” he told Sky News. “It changes the dynamic of my relationship with their music and with the band. A lot of people on social media said, ‘you have to separate the person from the music’. But he’s still the one singing it. Going to that concert , I can’t in good conscience stand there and have fun.” Ms Collier paid the insurance for her tickets, which she says cost around £94 each in total, but was told the reasons she could no longer go to the gig did not qualify for payment. She then contacted Ticketmaster, who told her they could only offer a refund in the event of a cancellation. Image: Arcade Fire’s WE tour kicked off in Dublin and includes shows in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London in the UK “I don’t think they should continue the tour” Whatever happens, Ms Collier says she won’t be going to the show: “For me personally, it’s not something I want to do anymore. “I don’t think they should continue the tour. I think it’s insulting to them [alleged] victims to go on a massive European tour. “As far as Ticketmaster is concerned, I understand you can’t expect a refund for every little thing. But there should be some kind of policy for unprecedented situations like this. It’s an understandable situation where you wouldn’t want to attend a concert that’s being booked by someone accused of sexual harassment”. Ms. Collier is not the only fan or former fan who no longer wants to go to upcoming shows. Another Birmingham ticket holder, who did not want to be named, also told Sky News he would not be attending. “I’ve been a fan of Arcade Fire since they came out [debut album] Funeral in 2004 is still one of my favorite albums to this day,” he said. “Their music has gotten me through some really tough times and I couldn’t wait to see them for the fifth time. “I saw the damning article from Pitchfork with the separate accounts from the women who have accused him… I can’t in good conscience go see them and just dance and sing and put these accusations aside” . Fans are contacting Ticketmaster and trying to resell tickets In a tweet to Ticketmaster, a ticket holder urged them to “do the decent thing” and offer refunds. “Cancel the tour and refund the fans,” wrote another – later saying he tried to sell his two tickets for the Birmingham show at half price but “can’t even give them away”. Another Twitter user said it “doesn’t feel right anymore” to see the band in Manchester on Saturday. “His arrogance to continue the tour says it all,” said another. However, some fans said the allegations don’t change how they feel about the band. “I won’t stop loving my band,” one tweeted, adding that Butler was “innocent until proven guilty.” Another who went to the band’s show in Dublin posted: “A great show, from a brilliant band. That’s what it’s all about.” The accusations also led to some radio stations in Canada, the band’s home country, to stop playing their music. Image: Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP Win Butler’s entire statement Butler released a lengthy statement to Pitchfork in response to the allegations. His representatives flagged this to Sky News when asked for comment. “I love Rezin with all my heart,” Butler said. “We have been together for 20 years, she is my partner in music and in life, my soulmate and I am lucky and grateful to have her by my side. But sometimes, it was difficult to balance being a father, a husband, Today I want to clarify my life, my bad judgment and the mistakes I have made. “I had consensual relationships outside of marriage. “There’s no easy way to say this, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done is share it with my son. The majority of these relationships were short-lived, and my wife knows it—our marriage, in the past, I was more unconventional than some. I’ve connected with people in person, at shows, and through social media, and I’ve shared messages I’m not proud of. Most importantly, every one of those interactions has been mutual and always consensual. It’s deeply revisioning , and frankly wrong, for anyone to suggest otherwise. “I have never touched a woman against her will, and any implication I have is simply false. I categorically deny any suggestion that I forced myself on a woman or asked for sexual favors. That simply, and unequivocally, never happened. “While all of these relationships were consensual, I am deeply sorry for anyone I hurt with my behavior. Life is full of terrible pain and mistakes, and I never want to be a part of causing someone else’s pain. “I have long struggled with mental health issues and the specters of childhood abuse. In my 30s, I started drinking as I dealt with the worst depression of my life after our family’s miscarriage. None of this is intended to excuse my behavior. .but I want to give some context and share what was going on in my life during this time.I no longer recognized myself or the person I had become.Rezin waited patiently watching me suffer and tried to help me as best she could. you know it must have been so hard for her to see the person she loved so lost. “I’ve worked hard on myself—not out of fear or shame, but because I’m a person who wants to improve despite my flaws and damage. I’ve spent the last few years since COVID hit trying to save this part of the my soul. I have devoted considerable time and energy to healing and therapy, including attending AA. I am now more aware of how my public persona can distort relationships, even if a situation is friendly and positive to me. I am very grateful to Régine, My family, my dear friends and my therapist, who helped me come back from the abyss that I felt sure would sometimes eat me up.The bond I share with my teammates and the incredibly deep connection I have made with the audience through sharing music literally saved my life. “As I look to the future, I continue to learn from my mistakes and work hard to become a better person, someone my son can be proud of. I tell all my friends, my family, everyone I have hurt and people who love my music and are shocked and disappointed by this report: I’m sorry I’m sorry for the pain I’ve caused – I’m sorry I wasn’t more aware and attuned to the effect I have on people – I’m worried, and although it’s no excuse, I’ll continue to look forward and heal what can be healed and learn from past experiences. I can do better and I will do better.” Arcade Fire representatives did not respond to Sky News’ request for additional comment on the matter of some fans seeking refunds or cancellation of shows. Sky News has also contacted Ticketmaster for comment.

title: “Arcade Fire Uk Tour Fans Urge Band To Cancel Shows After Sexual Misconduct Allegations Ents Arts News Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-23” author: “Jason Bies”

The claims by three women and one genderqueer were published in an investigation by US music website Pitchfork over the weekend. The four were aged between 18 and 23 at the time of the alleged misconduct between 2016 and 2020 – while Butler was in his 30s, the article said. Butler, who has been married to Arcade Fire bandmate Régine Chassagne since 2003, said the interactions were consensual and strongly denied any inappropriate behaviour, but said he was “very sorry for anyone I hurt with my behaviour”. . Pictured: Win Butler, left, and Regine Chassagne on stage in 2020. Photo: Amy Harris/Invision/AP Chassagne supported her husband, saying in a statement: “I know he has never and will never touch a woman without her consent and I’m sure he never did. He lost his way and found his way back.” . Following the allegations, some fans of the indie rock band say they no longer feel comfortable attending Arcade Fire shows or listening to their music. Some are trying to resell tickets or have requested refunds from sales sites, and some say it’s the band’s responsibility to step in and make this happen. Arcade Fire played shows in Dublin this week and are set to kick off a handful of UK dates tonight, before gigs across Europe, the US and Canada. After playing in Dublin, Feist announced her departure from the tour on Thursday, saying in a lengthy statement explaining her decision that “the best way to take care of my band and crew and my family is to step away from this tour, not this talk.” Fan Daisy Collier, a 30-year-old from Gloucestershire, says Arcade Fire has been her favorite band since she was 15, but her heart sank when she read about the allegations. He has tickets for tonight’s show in Birmingham. “Being a fan of the band for so long, it’s kind of sad that comes with the feeling of [reading this] for someone you’ve listened to and admired and, you know, really felt those lyrics for years,” he told Sky News. “It changes the dynamic of my relationship with their music and with the band. A lot of people on social media said, ‘you have to separate the person from the music’. But he’s still the one singing it. Going to that concert , I can’t in good conscience stand there and have fun.” Ms Collier paid the insurance for her tickets, which she says cost around £94 each in total, but was told the reasons she could no longer go to the gig did not qualify for payment. She then contacted Ticketmaster, who told her they could only offer a refund in the event of a cancellation. Image: Arcade Fire’s WE tour kicked off in Dublin and includes shows in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London in the UK “I don’t think they should continue the tour” Whatever happens, Ms Collier says she won’t be going to the show: “For me personally, it’s not something I want to do anymore. “I don’t think they should continue the tour. I think it’s insulting to them [alleged] victims to go on a massive European tour. “As far as Ticketmaster is concerned, I understand you can’t expect a refund for every little thing. But there should be some kind of policy for unprecedented situations like this. It’s an understandable situation where you wouldn’t want to attend a concert that’s being booked by someone accused of sexual harassment”. Ms. Collier is not the only fan or former fan who no longer wants to go to upcoming shows. Another Birmingham ticket holder, who did not want to be named, also told Sky News he would not be attending. “I’ve been a fan of Arcade Fire since they came out [debut album] Funeral in 2004 is still one of my favorite albums to this day,” he said. “Their music has gotten me through some really tough times and I couldn’t wait to see them for the fifth time. “I saw the damning article from Pitchfork with the separate accounts from the women who have accused him… I can’t in good conscience go see them and just dance and sing and put these accusations aside” . Fans are contacting Ticketmaster and trying to resell tickets In a tweet to Ticketmaster, a ticket holder urged them to “do the decent thing” and offer refunds. “Cancel the tour and refund the fans,” wrote another – later saying he tried to sell his two tickets for the Birmingham show at half price but “can’t even give them away”. Another Twitter user said it “doesn’t feel right anymore” to see the band in Manchester on Saturday. “His arrogance to continue the tour says it all,” said another. However, some fans said the allegations don’t change how they feel about the band. “I won’t stop loving my band,” one tweeted, adding that Butler was “innocent until proven guilty.” Another who went to the band’s show in Dublin posted: “A great show, from a brilliant band. That’s what it’s all about.” The accusations also led to some radio stations in Canada, the band’s home country, to stop playing their music. Image: Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP Win Butler’s entire statement Butler released a lengthy statement to Pitchfork in response to the allegations. His representatives flagged this to Sky News when asked for comment. “I love Rezin with all my heart,” Butler said. “We have been together for 20 years, she is my partner in music and in life, my soulmate and I am lucky and grateful to have her by my side. But sometimes, it was difficult to balance being a father, a husband, Today I want to clarify my life, my bad judgment and the mistakes I have made. “I had consensual relationships outside of marriage. “There’s no easy way to say this, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done is share it with my son. The majority of these relationships were short-lived, and my wife knows it—our marriage, in the past, I was more unconventional than some. I’ve connected with people in person, at shows, and through social media, and I’ve shared messages I’m not proud of. Most importantly, every one of those interactions has been mutual and always consensual. It’s deeply revisioning , and frankly wrong, for anyone to suggest otherwise. “I have never touched a woman against her will, and any implication I have is simply false. I categorically deny any suggestion that I forced myself on a woman or asked for sexual favors. That simply, and unequivocally, never happened. “While all of these relationships were consensual, I am deeply sorry for anyone I hurt with my behavior. Life is full of terrible pain and mistakes, and I never want to be a part of causing someone else’s pain. “I have long struggled with mental health issues and the specters of childhood abuse. In my 30s, I started drinking as I dealt with the worst depression of my life after our family’s miscarriage. None of this is intended to excuse my behavior. .but I want to give some context and share what was going on in my life during this time.I no longer recognized myself or the person I had become.Rezin waited patiently watching me suffer and tried to help me as best she could. you know it must have been so hard for her to see the person she loved so lost. “I’ve worked hard on myself—not out of fear or shame, but because I’m a person who wants to improve despite my flaws and damage. I’ve spent the last few years since COVID hit trying to save this part of the my soul. I have devoted considerable time and energy to healing and therapy, including attending AA. I am now more aware of how my public persona can distort relationships, even if a situation is friendly and positive to me. I am very grateful to Régine, My family, my dear friends and my therapist, who helped me come back from the abyss that I felt sure would sometimes eat me up.The bond I share with my teammates and the incredibly deep connection I have made with the audience through sharing music literally saved my life. “As I look to the future, I continue to learn from my mistakes and work hard to become a better person, someone my son can be proud of. I tell all my friends, my family, everyone I have hurt and people who love my music and are shocked and disappointed by this report: I’m sorry I’m sorry for the pain I’ve caused – I’m sorry I wasn’t more aware and attuned to the effect I have on people – I’m worried, and although it’s no excuse, I’ll continue to look forward and heal what can be healed and learn from past experiences. I can do better and I will do better.” Arcade Fire representatives did not respond to Sky News’ request for additional comment on the matter of some fans seeking refunds or cancellation of shows. Sky News has also contacted Ticketmaster for comment.

title: “Arcade Fire Uk Tour Fans Urge Band To Cancel Shows After Sexual Misconduct Allegations Ents Arts News Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-12” author: “Billy Heflin”

The claims by three women and one genderqueer were published in an investigation by US music website Pitchfork over the weekend. The four were aged between 18 and 23 at the time of the alleged misconduct between 2016 and 2020 – while Butler was in his 30s, the article said. Butler, who has been married to Arcade Fire bandmate Régine Chassagne since 2003, said the interactions were consensual and strongly denied any inappropriate behaviour, but said he was “very sorry for anyone I hurt with my behaviour”. . Pictured: Win Butler, left, and Regine Chassagne on stage in 2020. Photo: Amy Harris/Invision/AP Chassagne supported her husband, saying in a statement: “I know he has never and will never touch a woman without her consent and I’m sure he never did. He lost his way and found his way back.” . Following the allegations, some fans of the indie rock band say they no longer feel comfortable attending Arcade Fire shows or listening to their music. Some are trying to resell tickets or have requested refunds from sales sites, and some say it’s the band’s responsibility to step in and make this happen. Arcade Fire played shows in Dublin this week and are set to kick off a handful of UK dates tonight, before gigs across Europe, the US and Canada. After playing in Dublin, Feist announced her departure from the tour on Thursday, saying in a lengthy statement explaining her decision that “the best way to take care of my band and crew and my family is to step away from this tour, not this talk.” Fan Daisy Collier, a 30-year-old from Gloucestershire, says Arcade Fire has been her favorite band since she was 15, but her heart sank when she read about the allegations. He has tickets for tonight’s show in Birmingham. “Being a fan of the band for so long, it’s kind of sad that comes with the feeling of [reading this] for someone you’ve listened to and admired and, you know, really felt those lyrics for years,” he told Sky News. “It changes the dynamic of my relationship with their music and with the band. A lot of people on social media said, ‘you have to separate the person from the music’. But he’s still the one singing it. Going to that concert , I can’t in good conscience stand there and have fun.” Ms Collier paid the insurance for her tickets, which she says cost around £94 each in total, but was told the reasons she could no longer go to the gig did not qualify for payment. She then contacted Ticketmaster, who told her they could only offer a refund in the event of a cancellation. Image: Arcade Fire’s WE tour kicked off in Dublin and includes shows in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London in the UK “I don’t think they should continue the tour” Whatever happens, Ms Collier says she won’t be going to the show: “For me personally, it’s not something I want to do anymore. “I don’t think they should continue the tour. I think it’s insulting to them [alleged] victims to go on a massive European tour. “As far as Ticketmaster is concerned, I understand you can’t expect a refund for every little thing. But there should be some kind of policy for unprecedented situations like this. It’s an understandable situation where you wouldn’t want to attend a concert that’s being booked by someone accused of sexual harassment”. Ms. Collier is not the only fan or former fan who no longer wants to go to upcoming shows. Another Birmingham ticket holder, who did not want to be named, also told Sky News he would not be attending. “I’ve been a fan of Arcade Fire since they came out [debut album] Funeral in 2004 is still one of my favorite albums to this day,” he said. “Their music has gotten me through some really tough times and I couldn’t wait to see them for the fifth time. “I saw the damning article from Pitchfork with the separate accounts from the women who have accused him… I can’t in good conscience go see them and just dance and sing and put these accusations aside” . Fans are contacting Ticketmaster and trying to resell tickets In a tweet to Ticketmaster, a ticket holder urged them to “do the decent thing” and offer refunds. “Cancel the tour and refund the fans,” wrote another – later saying he tried to sell his two tickets for the Birmingham show at half price but “can’t even give them away”. Another Twitter user said it “doesn’t feel right anymore” to see the band in Manchester on Saturday. “His arrogance to continue the tour says it all,” said another. However, some fans said the allegations don’t change how they feel about the band. “I won’t stop loving my band,” one tweeted, adding that Butler was “innocent until proven guilty.” Another who went to the band’s show in Dublin posted: “A great show, from a brilliant band. That’s what it’s all about.” The accusations also led to some radio stations in Canada, the band’s home country, to stop playing their music. Image: Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP Win Butler’s entire statement Butler released a lengthy statement to Pitchfork in response to the allegations. His representatives flagged this to Sky News when asked for comment. “I love Rezin with all my heart,” Butler said. “We have been together for 20 years, she is my partner in music and in life, my soulmate and I am lucky and grateful to have her by my side. But sometimes, it was difficult to balance being a father, a husband, Today I want to clarify my life, my bad judgment and the mistakes I have made. “I had consensual relationships outside of marriage. “There’s no easy way to say this, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done is share it with my son. The majority of these relationships were short-lived, and my wife knows it—our marriage, in the past, I was more unconventional than some. I’ve connected with people in person, at shows, and through social media, and I’ve shared messages I’m not proud of. Most importantly, every one of those interactions has been mutual and always consensual. It’s deeply revisioning , and frankly wrong, for anyone to suggest otherwise. “I have never touched a woman against her will, and any implication I have is simply false. I categorically deny any suggestion that I forced myself on a woman or asked for sexual favors. That simply, and unequivocally, never happened. “While all of these relationships were consensual, I am deeply sorry for anyone I hurt with my behavior. Life is full of terrible pain and mistakes, and I never want to be a part of causing someone else’s pain. “I have long struggled with mental health issues and the specters of childhood abuse. In my 30s, I started drinking as I dealt with the worst depression of my life after our family’s miscarriage. None of this is intended to excuse my behavior. .but I want to give some context and share what was going on in my life during this time.I no longer recognized myself or the person I had become.Rezin waited patiently watching me suffer and tried to help me as best she could. you know it must have been so hard for her to see the person she loved so lost. “I’ve worked hard on myself—not out of fear or shame, but because I’m a person who wants to improve despite my flaws and damage. I’ve spent the last few years since COVID hit trying to save this part of the my soul. I have devoted considerable time and energy to healing and therapy, including attending AA. I am now more aware of how my public persona can distort relationships, even if a situation is friendly and positive to me. I am very grateful to Régine, My family, my dear friends and my therapist, who helped me come back from the abyss that I felt sure would sometimes eat me up.The bond I share with my teammates and the incredibly deep connection I have made with the audience through sharing music literally saved my life. “As I look to the future, I continue to learn from my mistakes and work hard to become a better person, someone my son can be proud of. I tell all my friends, my family, everyone I have hurt and people who love my music and are shocked and disappointed by this report: I’m sorry I’m sorry for the pain I’ve caused – I’m sorry I wasn’t more aware and attuned to the effect I have on people – I’m worried, and although it’s no excuse, I’ll continue to look forward and heal what can be healed and learn from past experiences. I can do better and I will do better.” Arcade Fire representatives did not respond to Sky News’ request for additional comment on the matter of some fans seeking refunds or cancellation of shows. Sky News has also contacted Ticketmaster for comment.

title: “Arcade Fire Uk Tour Fans Urge Band To Cancel Shows After Sexual Misconduct Allegations Ents Arts News Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-05” author: “Nancy Olin”

The claims by three women and one genderqueer were published in an investigation by US music website Pitchfork over the weekend. The four were aged between 18 and 23 at the time of the alleged misconduct between 2016 and 2020 – while Butler was in his 30s, the article said. Butler, who has been married to Arcade Fire bandmate Régine Chassagne since 2003, said the interactions were consensual and strongly denied any inappropriate behaviour, but said he was “very sorry for anyone I hurt with my behaviour”. . Pictured: Win Butler, left, and Regine Chassagne on stage in 2020. Photo: Amy Harris/Invision/AP Chassagne supported her husband, saying in a statement: “I know he has never and will never touch a woman without her consent and I’m sure he never did. He lost his way and found his way back.” . Following the allegations, some fans of the indie rock band say they no longer feel comfortable attending Arcade Fire shows or listening to their music. Some are trying to resell tickets or have requested refunds from sales sites, and some say it’s the band’s responsibility to step in and make this happen. Arcade Fire played shows in Dublin this week and are set to kick off a handful of UK dates tonight, before gigs across Europe, the US and Canada. After playing in Dublin, Feist announced her departure from the tour on Thursday, saying in a lengthy statement explaining her decision that “the best way to take care of my band and crew and my family is to step away from this tour, not this talk.” Fan Daisy Collier, a 30-year-old from Gloucestershire, says Arcade Fire has been her favorite band since she was 15, but her heart sank when she read about the allegations. He has tickets for tonight’s show in Birmingham. “Being a fan of the band for so long, it’s kind of sad that comes with the feeling of [reading this] for someone you’ve listened to and admired and, you know, really felt those lyrics for years,” he told Sky News. “It changes the dynamic of my relationship with their music and with the band. A lot of people on social media said, ‘you have to separate the person from the music’. But he’s still the one singing it. Going to that concert , I can’t in good conscience stand there and have fun.” Ms Collier paid the insurance for her tickets, which she says cost around £94 each in total, but was told the reasons she could no longer go to the gig did not qualify for payment. She then contacted Ticketmaster, who told her they could only offer a refund in the event of a cancellation. Image: Arcade Fire’s WE tour kicked off in Dublin and includes shows in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and London in the UK “I don’t think they should continue the tour” Whatever happens, Ms Collier says she won’t be going to the show: “For me personally, it’s not something I want to do anymore. “I don’t think they should continue the tour. I think it’s insulting to them [alleged] victims to go on a massive European tour. “As far as Ticketmaster is concerned, I understand you can’t expect a refund for every little thing. But there should be some kind of policy for unprecedented situations like this. It’s an understandable situation where you wouldn’t want to attend a concert that’s being booked by someone accused of sexual harassment”. Ms. Collier is not the only fan or former fan who no longer wants to go to upcoming shows. Another Birmingham ticket holder, who did not want to be named, also told Sky News he would not be attending. “I’ve been a fan of Arcade Fire since they came out [debut album] Funeral in 2004 is still one of my favorite albums to this day,” he said. “Their music has gotten me through some really tough times and I couldn’t wait to see them for the fifth time. “I saw the damning article from Pitchfork with the separate accounts from the women who have accused him… I can’t in good conscience go see them and just dance and sing and put these accusations aside” . Fans are contacting Ticketmaster and trying to resell tickets In a tweet to Ticketmaster, a ticket holder urged them to “do the decent thing” and offer refunds. “Cancel the tour and refund the fans,” wrote another – later saying he tried to sell his two tickets for the Birmingham show at half price but “can’t even give them away”. Another Twitter user said it “doesn’t feel right anymore” to see the band in Manchester on Saturday. “His arrogance to continue the tour says it all,” said another. However, some fans said the allegations don’t change how they feel about the band. “I won’t stop loving my band,” one tweeted, adding that Butler was “innocent until proven guilty.” Another who went to the band’s show in Dublin posted: “A great show, from a brilliant band. That’s what it’s all about.” The accusations also led to some radio stations in Canada, the band’s home country, to stop playing their music. Image: Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP Win Butler’s entire statement Butler released a lengthy statement to Pitchfork in response to the allegations. His representatives flagged this to Sky News when asked for comment. “I love Rezin with all my heart,” Butler said. “We have been together for 20 years, she is my partner in music and in life, my soulmate and I am lucky and grateful to have her by my side. But sometimes, it was difficult to balance being a father, a husband, Today I want to clarify my life, my bad judgment and the mistakes I have made. “I had consensual relationships outside of marriage. “There’s no easy way to say this, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done is share it with my son. The majority of these relationships were short-lived, and my wife knows it—our marriage, in the past, I was more unconventional than some. I’ve connected with people in person, at shows, and through social media, and I’ve shared messages I’m not proud of. Most importantly, every one of those interactions has been mutual and always consensual. It’s deeply revisioning , and frankly wrong, for anyone to suggest otherwise. “I have never touched a woman against her will, and any implication I have is simply false. I categorically deny any suggestion that I forced myself on a woman or asked for sexual favors. That simply, and unequivocally, never happened. “While all of these relationships were consensual, I am deeply sorry for anyone I hurt with my behavior. Life is full of terrible pain and mistakes, and I never want to be a part of causing someone else’s pain. “I have long struggled with mental health issues and the specters of childhood abuse. In my 30s, I started drinking as I dealt with the worst depression of my life after our family’s miscarriage. None of this is intended to excuse my behavior. .but I want to give some context and share what was going on in my life during this time.I no longer recognized myself or the person I had become.Rezin waited patiently watching me suffer and tried to help me as best she could. you know it must have been so hard for her to see the person she loved so lost. “I’ve worked hard on myself—not out of fear or shame, but because I’m a person who wants to improve despite my flaws and damage. I’ve spent the last few years since COVID hit trying to save this part of the my soul. I have devoted considerable time and energy to healing and therapy, including attending AA. I am now more aware of how my public persona can distort relationships, even if a situation is friendly and positive to me. I am very grateful to Régine, My family, my dear friends and my therapist, who helped me come back from the abyss that I felt sure would sometimes eat me up.The bond I share with my teammates and the incredibly deep connection I have made with the audience through sharing music literally saved my life. “As I look to the future, I continue to learn from my mistakes and work hard to become a better person, someone my son can be proud of. I tell all my friends, my family, everyone I have hurt and people who love my music and are shocked and disappointed by this report: I’m sorry I’m sorry for the pain I’ve caused – I’m sorry I wasn’t more aware and attuned to the effect I have on people – I’m worried, and although it’s no excuse, I’ll continue to look forward and heal what can be healed and learn from past experiences. I can do better and I will do better.” Arcade Fire representatives did not respond to Sky News’ request for additional comment on the matter of some fans seeking refunds or cancellation of shows. Sky News has also contacted Ticketmaster for comment.