The US rock band Goose have parted ways with multi-instrumentalist Jeff Arevalo.
In a cryptic statement posted to social media, Peter Anspach, Cotter Ellis, Rick Mitarotonda and Trevor Weekz addressed Arevalo's departure, writing: "We have been made aware of behaviour in Jeff's personal life that does not align with the band's core values. As a result, Jeff will no longer be a part of the Goose organisation."
The So Ready musicians described the matter as "incredibly unfortunate" and "unexpected".
"It is clear that this is the only way forward as we remain committed to upholding the values that define our community," they continued, "particularly when it comes to respecting others and creating a safe environment."
Arevalo then issued a statement of his own saying he had taken a "mental health break" from the band to seek treatment amid a "personal crisis" in January, but the temporary absence later became a permanent exit from the group.
"Upon leaving the program, rather than hearing from my former bandmates, I had received an email from the band's lawyer stating that I was being let go for 'reported behaviour and actions'," Arevalo explained in an Instagram post.
"I have had plenty of time to reflect upon my actions, relationships, and values and I agree that we should go our separate ways."
Arevalo - who joined the jam band in 2020 - added that he was "extremely grateful" for the opportunities he was afforded during his tenure.
