Are Dave and Amber Still Friends? The Unraveling of the Dirty Projectors.
Dirty Projectors, the American indie rock band formed by David Longstreth, has been making waves since their inception in 2002. The band’s popularity peaked in 2009 and 2012 with their albums Bitte Orca and Swing Lo Magellan, respectively. However, the band’s lineup has changed throughout the years, and its lead guitarist and backing vocalist Amber Coffman left in 2012. Following her departure, the question arose: are Dave and Amber still friends?
To answer this question, we must first explore the circumstances surrounding Coffman’s departure from the band. In a statement posted on the band’s website, Longstreth stated that Coffman had left to pursue a solo career, but Coffman later revealed in an interview that her departure was due to Longstreth’s controlling behavior. She said, “I was in a dark place. I didnt feel good for a long time. I wasnt creatively fulfilled … I just realized that I couldnt keep working with him."
Despite these revelations, Longstreth and Coffman remained cordial in their public statements. Longstreth even congratulated Coffman on the release of her solo album City of No Reply in 2017, stating on Twitter, "Congrats Amber on your album. Im happy for you."
However, in 2018, Longstreth released the album Lamp Lit Prose, which included a song titled "I Feel Energy" featuring Coffman’s backing vocals. Shortly after the release, Coffman spoke out against Longstreth, accusing him of using her vocals without her permission. This caused a public feud between the two, with Coffman stating on Twitter, "I have not authorized the use of my voice or name for Lamp Lit Prose."
Since then, both Longstreth and Coffman have remained silent on their relationship and whether or not they are still friends. However, it is clear that their partnership in Dirty Projectors has come to an end due to irreconcilable differences. Despite the drama, Dirty Projectors continues to release music and tour with Longstreth as the sole original member.
In conclusion, the unraveling of the Dirty Projectors and the relationship between Longstreth and Coffman has been a dramatic one. While they may have started off as friends and bandmates, their creative differences ultimately caused a rift in their partnership. As of now, the public can only speculate about whether or not they are still friends. Regardless, their legacy as a groundbreaking indie rock band will continue to be celebrated. |