Don’t Mess with Taylor Swift! Grizzly Bear’s Ed Droste Allegedly Abused and Deletes Twitter Account After Criticizing
Ed Droste, the frontman of US indie rockers Grizzly Bear, recently made headlines for deleting his Twitter account after allegedly being harassed by Taylor Swift fans. The drama unfolded after Swift brought out St Vincent and Beck at a show, prompting Droste to share his reaction on Twitter. He expressed disappointment in what he perceived as celebrities pandering to power, which led to a barrage of abusive comments from Swift’s fans.
According to Droste, he received messages containing derogatory slurs such as “faggot,” “ugly,” and “dirty Jew.” He felt mistreated by Swift and her fans, stating that he had lost respect for several celebrities who seemed thirsty for approval. Droste has not shied away from criticizing Swift in the past, describing her as self-serving, calculating, and even comparing her to the character Regina George from Mean Girls.
Despite the Twitter drama, Swift continues to captivate audiences with her unpredictable performances and surprise guests. Most recently, she delighted fans by inviting Friends actress Lisa Kudrow on stage for a rendition of “Smelly Cat.” Swift’s current tour is supported by HAIM, the LA pop-rock band.
Following Droste’s exit from Twitter, Alana Haim of HAIM appeared to show support for Swift with a cryptic tweet about loyalty. While Droste and Swift’s feud drew attention, Alana’s endorsement of Swift hinted at a divide among mutual acquaintances.
As Swift prepares for the Australian leg of her 1989 world tour, fans eagerly anticipate the possibility of more surprise appearances. In anticipation of Swift’s shows, Music Feeds put together a playful parody video of the singer’s tendency to introduce special guests. Fortunately, the Australian version of the parody did not attract any negative feedback from Swift’s fans.
Despite the social media drama, Swift’s ability to bring joy to her fans through unexpected collaborations remains a central aspect of her appeal. As the music world anticipates more surprises from Swift, her ability to connect with audiences through heartfelt performances continues to set her apart in the industry.
