Vulllgur band member issues apology following disturbing allegations and claims he was ‘manipulated’

June 27, 2024

Evan Shoemake of Vulllgur apologizes via Twitter for allegations of obsessive behavior and anti-Semitic views, following the band’s decision to disband amidst controversy.

Evan Shoemake, a member of the dubstep group Vulllgur, has issued a public apology following allegations of obsessive behavior and anti-Semitic views made by an ex-girlfriend. The allegations were initially detailed in a series of tweets, causing significant public and media attention.

In his apology, Evan addressed the serious nature of the allegations, expressing regret for his remarks and actions. He stated that his words were a poor attempt at humor during a stressful period, noting, “My words were a sarcastic attempt to deflect from a conversation I felt uncomfortable with.” He acknowledged the impact of his comments, saying, “I deeply regret the impact this has had on our community.”

Evan revealed that he and the band faced harassment and threats online, which contributed to his mental strain. He mentioned, “Multiple days of people calling us Nazis, and ‘Jew haters’. I, like many people, cope with stress and trauma by joking about it.” He emphasized that his comments did not reflect his true feelings but admitted they were harmful and insensitive.

The statement also highlighted personal challenges Evan faced during his relationship, including the loss of his father. He described feeling vulnerable and manipulated by his ex-girlfriend, adding context to his state of mind. “I became codependent which resulted in being extremely vulnerable and relying on her,” he explained.

Despite these personal hardships, Evan claimed to take full responsibility for his actions. “I take full responsibility for my actions and understand that there are no excuses for such behavior,” he stated. He expressed a commitment to learning from this experience and emphasized his remorse and desire to make amends.

Following these allegations, Vulllgur announced their decision to disband. Evan thanked his supporters and expressed his intention to improve himself. “I am committed to learning from this mistake and becoming more mindful of how my words can affect others,” he concluded.

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