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Rock band set to play Outside Lands drops guitarist after messages to underage fan surface

Modest Mouse has removed guitarist Simon O’Connor from their tour lineup following reports of inappropriate direct messages sent to a minor.

By · Published August 2, 2026 at 08:31 UTC · Updated August 2, 2026 at 08:31 UTC

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What happened

With the band scheduled to perform at the upcoming Outside Lands festival, the decision to drop Simon O’Connor follows the emergence of claims involving inappropriate digital communications with an underage fan. The removal occurred immediately after these allegations surfaced, effectively severing his ties with the group ahead of their live engagements.

Outlets including Pitchfork, the San Francisco Chronicle, and SFGate report that the band is actively replacing O’Connor. Coverage focuses on the swift timing of the departure, framing the move as a direct response to the nature of the messages.

Modest Mouse continues to prepare for their scheduled set at Outside Lands. Coverage does not yet specify who will replace O’Connor on guitar for the duration of the tour, nor has there been any public statement regarding potential legal actions or formal internal investigations beyond the band's decision to dismiss him.

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Questions people are asking

Why was Simon O’Connor removed from the tour?

He was dropped following the emergence of allegations regarding inappropriate direct messages sent to a minor.

Will Modest Mouse still perform at Outside Lands?

Yes, the band remains set to play the festival following the staffing change.

Who is replacing the guitarist?

Coverage does not yet specify a replacement for the upcoming performances.

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