While the group has not released an official statement, current drummer Matthew Duckworth Kirksey stepped forward with a heartfelt message that addressed the situation directly, defended frontman Wayne Coyne, and reassured fans about what comes next.
Since then, fans have waited for clarity from the group. That clarity has not come from an official press release, but Kirksey’s Instagram post, shared in collaboration with the band’s official account, has become the clearest response so far.
Wayne Coyne of Flaming Lips performs on stage at The Tabernacle on April 2, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia.Photo by Paul R. Giunta/Getty Images
Matthew Duckworth Kirksey Addresses Steven Drozd Exit
Kirksey wrote that it was hard to read online comments about the band and its past members. He reminded fans that many friends have come and gone over the years and that those relationships still matter.
View this post on InstagramThe drummer also pushed back against the idea that Drozd was the only creative force in the band. He strongly defended Coyne, saying that none of what The Flaming Lips do would exist without him. Kirksey described Coyne as the person who drives the band’s sound, creativity, and live shows forward.
Once he became part of the group, he said that the same hard work became exciting and fun. For him, being part of Coyne’s vision is exhausting but rewarding.
What’s Next for The Flaming Lips Without Drozd
According to Kirksey, the band’s present members have poured their “blood, sweat, and tears” into keeping the project alive because they truly believe in it.
Kirksey encouraged fans to see the band this summer if they get the chance, saying that the music and performances are better than ever. His message ended on a warm note, wishing fans a happy holiday season and thanking them for sticking with the band during a challenging time.
Still, neither Coyne nor the band’s representatives have publicly commented on Drozd’s exit.
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