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The Neighbourhood Ends Hiatus, Reinstates Drummer Brandon Fried

The group frames his return as tied to recovery following 2022 misconduct allegations.

Overview

  • The announcement was shared via now-expired Instagram Stories on Aug. 29 and reported by outlets on Sept. 1.
  • The band said all five members reunited in the studio in November 2024 and signaled plans to share new music.
  • In 2022, The MaríasMaría Zardoya accused Fried of groping her at a bar, and The Neighbourhood removed him at the time, citing zero tolerance for such behavior.
  • Fried publicly apologized that year and said he sought help for alcohol and substance abuse, which the band now cites in describing his progress.
  • People reported the band’s representatives have not responded to requests for comment, and representatives for The Marías declined to comment.