Full Breakdown
Brady Ebert's Departure from Experience Following Attempted Murder Charge
4/13/2026, 11:20:06 AM
Core Event: Attempted Murder Charge Leads to Band Departure
Brady Ebert, a former guitarist of the hardcore band Turnstile, has been removed from his newly formed band, Experience, following his arrest for attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault. The charges stem from an incident in which Ebert allegedly struck William Yates, the 79-year-old father of his former bandmate Brendan Yates, with a vehicle. Ebert claims the act was in self-defense, stating he was "straight-up attacked," but police reports indicate that Yates suffered trauma to his lower extremities.
Band's Official Response
Experience, co-founded by Ebert along with Bobby Faithful and Ben Rogers, announced his departure via social media, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. The band stated, “What he did is fucked up. Plain and simple,” and expressed their struggle to process the events. They clarified that while they acknowledge Ebert's contributions, they cannot excuse his actions. The band is proceeding with the release of their debut EP, *Stay Present*, scheduled for June, despite the turmoil surrounding Ebert's legal issues.
Background & Context: Ebert's History with Turnstile
Ebert's departure from Turnstile in 2022 was marked by a lack of details regarding the circumstances, although it was later revealed that it was due to a "consistent pattern of harmful behavior." Following his exit from Turnstile, Ebert formed another band, the S.E.T., but was removed from that group as well after making inflammatory comments about his former bandmates. This series of events highlights a troubling trajectory for Ebert, culminating in the recent charges against him.
Criticism & Opposition: Community Reactions
The incident has sparked significant concern within the music community, particularly regarding mental health and the impact of Ebert's actions on the Yates family. Critics have pointed out the difficulty of separating Ebert's contributions to music from the serious nature of his alleged crime. The band Experience has acknowledged the emotional weight of the situation, stating, “At the center of all of this are real people dealing with real trauma, especially the Yates family.”
Verbatim Quotes
- “What he did is fucked up.” — Experience Band Statement
- “The new statement reads: We want to follow up on our last post because we know it left some questions.” — Experience Band Statement
What's Next: Legal Proceedings and Band Developments
As Ebert remains in police custody, the legal proceedings surrounding the attempted murder charge will unfold. Meanwhile, Experience is focused on their upcoming EP release, navigating the complexities of their situation while addressing the emotional fallout from Ebert's actions. The Yates family continues to receive support from the community, with Turnstile recently performing at Coachella, where they were publicly supported by William Yates.
