Six months after Kyle Gass's comments on Trump put Tenacious from break, the group shared a resumption of ” Keep on loving you ».
Six months after Tenacious D canceled his tour following the controversial comments of Kyle Gass on the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, the duo reformed to contribute to a compilation for the benefit of the victims of the Los Angeles fires.
The compilation of 90 titles Good Music To Lift Los Angeles Was published on Bandcamp on Friday, with new songs, remixes and live performances of artists like collective animal, TV on the radio, Jeff Tweedy from Wilco, Rem and Tenacious D, who replied “ Keep on loving you From Reo Speedwagon, a title that the duo has often interpreted live.
During a concert given in July 2024 in Sydney, Australia, Kyle Gass celebrated his birthday on stage. On this occasion, he made a wish: “ Don't miss Trump next time ». The commentary attracted the conservatives on both sides of the Pacific, Australian elected officials even pressure for the expulsion of Gass.
Shortly after, Tenacious to canceled his Australian tour (and the tour Rock the vote Scheduled in the United States), and Jack Black has published a statement sentenced his companion: “ I was caught off guard by the remarks made during the Sunday concert. I would never endure a speech of hatred or not encourage political violence in any form whatsoever. After careful thinking, I no longer think it is appropriate to continue the tour of Tenacious D, and all future creative projects are suspended. I am grateful to fans for their support and understanding. »»
Gass, who was also released by his agent following this comment, apologized for this ” Inappropriate, dangerous and terrible error In a declaration on social networks, which he then deleted.
However, a month after the incident, Black said in the film's premiere Border that tenacious from will come back “:” We need to take a break. Everyone needs one break one day or anotherhe said, adding that he was still a friend and in contact with Gass. It hasn't changed. These things sometimes take time … and we will come back when it is the right time. »»
The Instagram account of Tenacious D, who had remained inactive since he wished Gass a happy birthday in July 2024, was reactivated on Friday to share the news of their contribution to Good Music To Lift Los Angeles ::
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