Hardcore band Coalesce have issued a public assertion addressing on-line accusations circulating on Reddit involving guitarist Jes Steineger. The band acknowledged consciousness of the claims and shared particulars of their very own evaluation, in the end stating that they stand behind Steineger whereas additionally recognizing that errors have been made.
Based on Coalesce in an announcement, the scenario stems from an inappropriate however mutual electronic mail trade between Steineger and a 24-year-old scholar on the college the place he was instructing earlier this yr. Coalesce emphasised that the scenario was dealt with internally and that their place was shaped solely after reviewing all obtainable documentation and correspondence.
Coalesce additionally acknowledged considerations surrounding energy dynamics in educational settings, whereas additionally asserting that the web narrative has expanded past what they imagine the proof helps.
Coalesce wrote: “We’re conscious of a Reddit put up and associated feedback making accusations towards our guitarist Jes and, by extension, the band. Earlier this yr, Jes knowledgeable us that he had engaged in a mutual however inappropriate electronic mail trade with a 24-year-old scholar at his college. Given the plain considerations round energy dynamics, we requested to evaluation all correspondences and proof. We went by way of every part completely.
“The bodily contact that has been referenced publicly consisted of consensual interactions, which included student-initiated ‘pinky swears’ and two non-sexual hugs, after which he didn’t pursue or encourage any additional bodily contact. Nothing resembling sexual misconduct, predation, or assault occurred. No sexually specific photos or supplies have been exchanged or solicited.
“Jes has persistently acknowledged fault for initiating personal electronic mail contact and for not instantly alerting the college, which contributed to his private resignation from the academy.
“This matter arose in an educational context, and whereas Jes is a member of Coalesce, no band-related standing, entry, or affect performed any function in what occurred. There was additionally no quid professional quo conduct in his function as her professor. The documentation reveals that the interplay was mutual, that the coed’s attraction pre-dated these occasions, and it ended when Jes withdrew consent to pursue something inappropriate.
“Jes fucked up. He has repeatedly owned his half. However the narrative now being circulated goes far past the info. After reviewing the proof ourselves, we stand behind Jes and reject these mischaracterizations.”
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