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Topshelf Records Drops Ekko Astral, Cancels Release of The Beltway Is Burning

The move follows reporting on a legal dispute pitting singer Jael Holzman against former drummer Miri Tyler.

Overview

  • Topshelf said it will cease in-house PR for the band and issue refunds for preorders within 5–10 business days.
  • The label told Pitchfork that recent events have irreversibly affected its ability to continue working with Ekko Astral.
  • Holzman described circulating coverage as misinformation and said a fuller statement is forthcoming, adding that the band plans to release the album independently.
  • Holzman filed a peace order petition on February 6 alleging social-media threats, while Tyler has denied making threats and is under a six-month no-contact order.
  • Tyler announced her departure on January 28 and had planned a final appearance at April’s Liberation Fest II, which Holzman said Tyler is not barred from playing.