“It was in a pub in Dublin, where I was after rehearsing with my band, that I read the same news as you.” The words, shared on Twitter, are from the Canadian singer. party, who was supposed to do the first leg of Arcade Fire’s European tour. The news to which he refers is the one in which it is revealed that Arcade Fire frontman Win Butler is accused of sexual misconduct. In a long text, Feist explains why he decided to leave the tour.
Win Butler, lead singer of Arcade Fire, accused of sexual misconduct by four people
“We didn’t have time to prepare for what was coming, much less decide not to cross the ocean, straight to the heart of the discussion. It has been incredibly difficult for me and I cannot imagine what it has been like for the people who have come forward with the accusations. Above all, I hope everyone involved is doing well,” Feist writes.
— Feist (@FeistMusic) September 1, 2022
Considering that the topic has taken on a huge dimension, bigger than her, her songs or any tour, Feist chose to withdraw from the scene. “Staying on tour would mean I’m defending Win Butler or ignoring the wrong he’s done, and leaving would make me jury and judge,” he wrote on social media.
In Portugal, Arcade Fire has scheduled concerts at Campo Pequeno, in Lisbon, on September 22 and 23, with the first part performed by Feist.
The singer stresses that she was not on stage “to represent or support Arcade Fire”, adding that she plays for her own band, whose financial support, she says, will be affected by her decision. “I can’t solve anything if I leave the tour, and I can’t solve anything if I stay. But I can’t continue.
Feist also says that, in the last two concerts, his songs made the decision for him, as they became incoherent. “I have always written songs to identify my own difficulties, however subtle, to try to be the best person possible and take responsibility. Now, I will assume my responsibilities and return home.”
Source: Observadora
