Russian deathcore outfit Slaughter To Prevail recently unveiled the dates for their upcoming fall North American tour, bringing along Californian newcomers Rev3rent as support. However, the tour announcement immediately triggered a wave of online criticism aimed directly at the opening act.
The backlash stems from ongoing controversies surrounding Slaughter To Prevail vocalist Alex Terrible, who has faced severe allegations over the years regarding alleged fascist sympathies, Nazi ties, and transphobic views. Although the frontman publicly denied these accusations in 2023, stating he does not hold homophobic beliefs or align with Nazi ideologies, the outrage from certain corners of the metal community persists. Consequently, any groups that choose to share the stage with the polarizing headliner often find themselves subjected to intense scrutiny and collateral damage.
Taking to social media to address the mounting pressure on their tour mates, Alex Terrible explained that this negative cycle happens every time they book opening bands. Offering total understanding if the supporting act decides to step away to protect their image, he issued the following statement:
“We just announced our U.S. tour for this fall, and we’ll be announcing a Latin American tour soon as well.”
“I remember there was a time when we toured by ourselves, and people kept complaining that we didn’t have an opening band. So we started inviting support acts, and every single time the same thing happens. Fans of those bands start calling us Nazis and say they don’t want to see their favorite bands touring with us.”
“That’s why, personally, it’s much easier for me to tour alone, without any support acts, so they don’t have to deal with the backlash or damage to their reputation.”
“I don’t want to hurt anyone’s reputation. So if @rev3rent_ decides not to be part of this tour, I’ll completely understand and wish them nothing but the best. I genuinely like their music, and I believe they have a bright future ahead of them.”
“As for us—a band from Russia with a bad reputation—we’ll keep walking our own difficult path. At least it’s never boring.”
As of this writing, Rev3rent has not issued any public statements regarding the online pressure, and there are no official indications that the band plans to withdraw from the upcoming run of shows.
