Imagine being fired by your new band for publicly trashing your old one—especially when that old band just won their first Grammy. That’s exactly what happened to Brady Ebert, the former guitarist of Turnstile, who found himself at the center of a dramatic fallout this week. Just days after Turnstile’s historic Grammy wins for Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance, Ebert’s new band, THE S.E.T., announced they were cutting ties with him. But here’s where it gets messy: Ebert had recently taken to social media to slam Turnstile, accusing them of making anti-ICE statements purely to appease their fanbase and claiming they didn’t genuinely care about ethics or social issues. He even went as far as alleging misuse of charity funds—bold claims that sparked immediate backlash.
THE S.E.T. didn’t hold back in their response, stating on Instagram, ‘Brady is no longer a member of THE S.E.T. We will not stand by his ridiculous comments and behavior toward the members of our band and our community.’ They emphasized their commitment to Baltimore’s hardcore scene and thanked fans for their continued support. This isn’t Ebert’s first public fallout—his departure from Turnstile in 2022 was reportedly so contentious that it involved legal action, though details remain murky.
And this is the part most people miss: Ebert’s new band, THE S.E.T., had just announced their debut EP Self Evident Truth, set to release next month via Flatspot. With only one song out so far, titled ‘TMT,’ the band is now forced to move forward without him. Is Ebert’s pattern of controversy a red flag, or is he simply unafraid to speak his mind? It’s a question that divides fans and raises bigger conversations about accountability in the music industry.
What do you think? Was THE S.E.T. justified in letting Ebert go, or should artists be allowed to voice their opinions, no matter how controversial? Let’s hear your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate that’s far from over.
