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Modest Mouse removes guitarist from tour after allegations he messaged underage fan

Modest Mouse said guitarist Simon O'Connor will not join its upcoming tour after online allegations involving an underage fan surfaced; O'Connor called the interaction a misunderstanding and apologized.

Published Aug 3, 2026, 11:03 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Modest Mouse announced Friday that guitarist Simon O’Connor will not participate in the band’s upcoming tour after claims surfaced that he sent inappropriate messages and a nude photo to an underage fan, Page Six reports.