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Modest Mouse drops guitarist Simon O'Connor ahead of Outside Lands festival amid allegations of inappropriate messaging

By · Published August 3, 2026  08:46 UTC · Updated August 3, 2026  20:42 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: Modest Mouse drops guitarist Simon O'Connor ahead of Outside Lands festival amid allegations of inappropriate messaging
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Modest Mouse has replaced guitarist Simon O'Connor ahead of their upcoming performance at the Outside Lands festival. The move follows allegations that O'Connor sent inappropriate messages to an underage fan. The band's decision to remove O'Connor comes after reports surfaced of inappropriate direct messages sent to a minor.

Cleveland.com and Pitchfork were among the outlets to report the news, noting the band's swift action in response to the allegations. The San Francisco Chronicle and SFGate both noted the timing of the announcement, just days before the band's scheduled performance at the Outside Lands festival in San Francisco. The band's upcoming performance at Outside Lands is scheduled to go on as planned.

The festival, known for its diverse lineup of musical acts, is set to take place in Golden Gate Park. The band has not yet announced who will replace O'Connor for the performance.

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Questions people are asking

Why was Simon O'Connor removed from Modest Mouse?

Simon O'Connor was removed from Modest Mouse after allegations surfaced that he sent inappropriate messages to an underage fan.

Will Modest Mouse still perform at Outside Lands?

Yes, Modest Mouse is still scheduled to perform at the Outside Lands festival.

Has Modest Mouse announced a replacement for Simon O'Connor?

As of August 1, 2026, Modest Mouse has not announced a replacement for Simon O'Connor.

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