In a statement announcing their parting of ways, PVRIS write: “We have been made aware of the allegations involving Alex Babinski. Guitarist and keyboardist Alex Babinski (pictured right) is no longer a member of PVRIS due to allegations of sexual misconduct. Read this: Album review: PVRIS – Use Me “As of today Alex will no longer be associated with PVRIS. He will be handling these matters privately and professionally.” In his own personal statement, Alex says: “These allegations being made against me are 100 per cent false. Burak Cingi/RedfernsPVRIS guitarist Alex Babinski is no longer in the band after being accused of sexual misconduct. In a statement posted Wednesday morning, PVRIS writes, “We have been made aware of the allegations involving Alex Babinski.” “We absolutely and emphatically will not tolerate sexual harassment, coercion and all other forms of sexual misconduct–online and offline,” the statement continues. PVRIS adds that, as of Wednesday, Babinski “will no longer be associated” with the band, which now consists solely of frontwoman Lynn Gunn and bassist Brian MacDonald. “[Babinski] will be handling these matters privately and professionally,” the statement concludes.
In his own statement, Babinski writes that the allegations are “100 [percent] false.” “I understand that until there is provided clear evidence, I have no way to prove these allegations otherwise,” Babinski says. “I respect and honor all victims of sexual misconduct and it’s important for them to come forward and be heard,” he adds. “I respect and understand Lynn and Brian’s decision to part ways with me at this time.” PVRIS’ new album, Use Me, is due out this Friday. By Josh Johnson Copyright © 2020, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. PVRIS have parted ways with band member Alex Babinski following recent allegations of sexual harassment against the musician. The US outfit, which is fronted by Lynn Gunn, are set to release their third album ‘Use Me’ this coming Friday (August 28). Today (August 26), the group shared a statement on Twitter confirming that they had “been made aware of allegations involving Alex Babinski”, and that he will therefore “no longer be associated with PVRIS” with immediate effect.
“We absolutely and emphatically will not tolerate sexual harassment, coercion and all other forms of sexual misconduct – online and offline,” the post continues. “It is our responsibility to ensure and provide a safe space within the PVRIS community and to believe and support victims and survivors.” The statement concludes: “As of today Alex will no longer be associated with PVRIS. He will be handling these matters privately and professionally.” You can see the tweet above. Babinski has since shared his own statement in which he claims that the allegations made against him are “100% false” – see his full post below. “I understand that until there is provided clear evidence, I have no way to prove these allegations otherwise,” he continued. I respect and understand Lynn and Brian [MacDonald’s] decision to part ways with me at this time.” Advertisement PVRIS are now comprised of Gunn and MacDonald, though Gunn revealed upon the announcement of ‘Use Me’ that she had consistently downplayed her role of the band’s sole creative force. She’s also the only member to appear in the promotional images for the new record. Speaking to NME in a recent interview, she explained that she is now allowing herself “to take credit” for PVRIS’ output.
“This had to happen for me to continue wanting to do this,” she said. “With all the work I was putting into this next record, it felt really weird and uncomfortable to be giving equal credit to everyone. “Brian and Alex have always been incredibly supportive of my vision over the years, but I never felt comfortable opening up and owning that role. It made me feel apathetic towards the project.” A statement has been released following online allegations of misconduct. PVRIS have released a statement stating that Alex Babinski is no longer associated with the band. The statement follows online allegations of sexual misconduct. You can read the full statement below: “We have been made aware of the allegations involving Alex Babinski. We absolutely and emphatically will not tolerate sexual harassment, coercion and all other forms of sexual misconduct – online and offline. It is our responsibility to ensure and provide a safe space within the PVRIS community and to believe and support victims and survivors. As of today Alex will no longer be associated with PVRIS. We will be handing these matters privately and professionally.” Alex has also released a statement of his own: “These allegations being made against me are 100% false. I understand that until there is provided clear evidence, I have no way to prove these allegations otherwise. I am determined to prove my innocence and am in the process of taking legal action in order to professionally and efficiently clear my name. I respect and honour all victims of sexual misconduct and it’s important for them to come forward and be heard. I respect and understand Lynn and Brian’s decision to part ways with me at this time.”