Jam band Goose parts ways with percussionist Jeff Arevalo ahead of new album release
The decision was announced via the band's Instagram page and follows Arevalo's earlier announcement in February that he would be stepping away from touring to focus on 'mental health and personal issues.'
While Goose did not disclose specific allegations, their statement read: 'We have been made aware of behavior in Jeff's personal life that does not align with the band's core values. As a result, Jeff will no longer be a part of the Goose organization.'
The band added, 'This is an incredibly unfortunate, unexpected situation, and we did not anticipate having to make another painful change to the band. However, it is clear that this is the only way forward as we remain committed to upholding the values that define our community, particularly when it comes to respecting others and creating a safe environment.'
The announcement comes just ahead of the band's anticipated album Everything Must Go, which is set to release next month. Goose previously underwent a lineup change when original drummer Ben Atkind departed and was replaced by Cotter Ellis.
Jeff Arevalo joined Goose in 2020 and played a key role as a percussionist. He occasionally contributed guitar and vocals, notably leading the band's rendition of The Clash's 'Rock the Casbah.' He was also a founding member of the acoustic side project Orebelo, alongside Rick Mitarotonda and Peter Anspach.
Goose is now comprised of Mitarotonda (guitar/vocals), Anspach (keys/vocals), Trevor Weekz (bass), and Ellis (drums/vocals). The band has expressed renewed inspiration moving forward as a quartet.
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