Modest Mouse parts ways with guitarist amid teen DM allegations
TL;DR
Modest Mouse has removed guitarist Simon O'Connor from its North American tour after a Reddit user alleged he sent inappropriate messages to a 17-year-old fan, including an erotic image; O'Connor apologized, saying he mistook the fan for someone harassing him online, and Seth Jabour of Les Savy Fav will fill in on guitar for the tour.
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