Chamber kick out guitarist following sexual assault allegation
Mike Moynihan, guitarist of Nashville hardcore band Chamber, has been ousted from the band following an allegation of sexual assault. “After reaching out and speaking to the victim we decided that Mike could no longer be a member of Chamber,” they wrote. “We stand firmly in support of victims.
Lambgoat points out the allegation was made earlier today (6/30) on Twitter:
https://twitter.com/heavensvnt/status/1278071953853743115
I could say a lot about this incident, but I don’t see the point. Mike knows what he’s done. We’ve spoken about it, he’s acknowledged it. However this doesn’t change what he did or the memories that night left me with.
— john boyega stan account (@heavensvnt) June 30, 2020
Moynihan also tweeted that he “[accepts] accountability and responsibility for [his] past behaviors” and that he is no longer in Chamber:
Wanted everyone to know that I came to Nikki to accept accountability and responsibility for my past behaviors. In an effort to make everyone feel safe and comfortable I am no longer a part of the Chamber. https://t.co/Mil8liSw0g
— Mike (@StrengthOfFates) June 30, 2020
I am taking steps towards learning and understanding how my behavior affects those around me and what steps I can take to become a better man for all the people in my life. I will not leave social media- and I am available for anyone that wants to speak to me.
— Mike Moynihan Rules (@StrengthOfFates) June 30, 2020
Anyone who does not wish to know me any longer, I totally understand. I have made my mistakes that cannot be undone and I refuse to sweep this under the rug like a coward. I want to grow. I want to be the best person that I can be. It’s what everyone around me deserves
— Mike Moynihan Rules (@StrengthOfFates) June 30, 2020
I am doing my own research on accountability programs and am open to any and all guidance as I navigate through this
— Mike Moynihan Rules (@StrengthOfFates) June 30, 2020
I decided to take accountability because I had recognized the damaging potential of my behavior. I have since learned and have since become a better version of myself, but the journey does not end. Hold your friends accountable. Hold yourself accountable. Be better.
— Mike Moynihan Rules (@StrengthOfFates) June 30, 2020
Read Chamber’s full statement:
https://twitter.com/chamber615/status/1278100131288662016
In 2018, Chamber parted ways with original vocalist Sam Fleming due to “lingering tension” and he was replaced by Jacob Lilly, who had been playing bass with Chamber’s tourmates Orthodox. The band signed to Pure Noise Records last year and released the Ripping / Pulling / Tearing compilation.
