Hardcore band Gel disbands amid guitarist Anthony Webster's financial and sexual misconduct allegations
New Jersey hardcore band Gel has announced their breakup, citing allegations against former guitarist Anthony Webster.
In a public statement, the band accused Webster of financial misconduct, unauthorized sharing of private images, and reckless behavior that put members at risk.
According to Gel, Webster allegedly misused tens of thousands of dollars belonging to the band, spending it on rent, personal expenses, OnlyFans subscriptions, and CashApp transactions. The band stated that Webster had exclusive control over financial accounts, making it difficult for them to track the missing funds.
Gel also alleged that Webster posted private, nude images of band members on Reddit without their consent. The band did not specify when the images were shared but emphasized that they had obtained evidence linking Webster to the posts.
Additionally, Gel accused Webster of reckless and dangerous behavior, including erratic driving and actions that led to their tour van being vandalized. They claimed he refused to let others drive and exhibited aggressive behavior, making it difficult for them to operate safely.
Addressing why they continued to work with Webster despite these concerns, Gel compared their situation to an emotionally abusive relationship. 'It's not so easy to just give something up that you care so much about, especially with pressures from outside organizations and people counting on you,' they stated.
The band issued an apology to fans and industry partners, including Spiritbox, Volbeat, and Anxious, as their breakup means they will not fulfill scheduled tour commitments. 'We are so sorry that we have to end it this way and we truly hope for the best for all of you,' they wrote.
Gel's statement did not indicate whether legal action would be pursued against Webster. As of now, Webster has not publicly responded to the allegations.
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