Ryan Adams’ album release pulled after sexual misconduct allegations

Furthermore, three companies that manufacture gear for musicians have publicly severed ties with Adams

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Ryan Adams’s forthcoming album has been “put on hold” following accusations by at least seven women of manipulative behaviour.

The allegations include instances which saw him use the promise of potential career opportunities before pursuing them for sex, according to a new report from The New York Times.

Variety now states that the first of three planned releases by Adams in 2019, Big Colors, which was due to come out 19 April, has been pulled from the release schedule by Universal Music Group, according to retailers.

Furthermore, three companies that manufacture gear for musicians have publicly severed ties with Adams and announced that his name will be taken off their products.

A representative for Benson, which sells amplifiers, said in a statement: “We are saddened and surprised by the recent allegations against Mr. Ryan Adams as documented in the New York Times. We have decided to suspend our relationship with Mr. Adams at this moment, and will no longer move forward with the development of the Ryan Adams signature model. We have no further comment at this time.” A signature Adams amplifier was in development, but had yet to hit the market.

Walrus Audio and JHS Pedals have also announced they are pulling both their Adams-branded pedals.

Adams, who gained critical acclaim in the early 2000s, has long been known for championing of female musicians. But, the New York Times documents a series of troubling allegations, including accusations from his ex-wife, Mandy Moore, that he was abusive during their marriage. Adams has denied the allegations.

At least seven women and dozens of associates were interviewed for the article. Some alleged that Adams, in some cases, would become domineering and vengeful when rejected. In other instances, he was accused of subjecting the women to verbal or emotional abuse and targetting them on social media and text messages.

Another woman who claimed he exposed himself to her during a Skype call after they met when she was 14-years-old.

The singer’s attorney Andrew Brettler said in a statement that Adams “unequivocally denies that he ever engaged in inappropriate online sexual communications with someone he knew was underage.”