The Case of Rape in the Music Industry

In the last week, Austin Carlile (formerly of Of Mice & Men and Attack Attack!) was accused of rape and sexual harassment by 15 women.  Alternative Press had a story ready reporting the allegations, but scrapped it...in favor of a story portraying Carlile in a positive light.  While Alternative Press's handling of the situation was largely criticized, it doesn't take away from the fact that rape, sexual assault, harassment, and misconduct is not a foreign topic in society or music, despite the rise of the #MeToo movement.  I discuss this issue and my concerns about how this has gone largely unmentioned in the industry and how individuals in the industry accused of such behaviors (or in some cases are even found guilty) continue to find success.  Prior to that, I discuss more event changes due to Coronavirus, something special Bandcamp is doing for Juneteenth, and continue the Protest music series.