COIN frontman Chase Lawrence announces disbandment after ‘revelations’ about bandmates come to light

Nashville-based pop-rock band COIN is officially disbanding after frontman Chase Lawrence announced he had parted ways with his remaining bandmates following troubling revelations.

Lawrence shared the news on Instagram on Tuesday, calling the decision “heartbreaking.” “I have recently become aware of revelations around my bandmates and want to share some thoughts directly with all of you,” he wrote. “I believe in accountability and doing what’s right.”

The band, which formed in 2012 while its members were students at Belmont University, had been a rising force in the alternative pop scene amassing over 2.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify over the course of their career. Their hit songs, including “Talk Too Much” and “Malibu 1992,” helped them gain mainstream recognition. In 2022, Coin opened for 5 Seconds of Summer (5SOS) on their Take My Hand World Tour, further cementing their place in pop-rock.

The split follows a series of shake-ups. Drummer Ryan Winnen left the band earlier this month to focus on “personal matters,” and Lawrence has now severed ties with guitarist Joe Memmel as well. “Three months ago, I made the decision to move forward without my drummer, and yesterday, I parted ways with my guitarist,” Lawrence stated. “Their behaviors directly conflict with my values, and I am devastated for anyone who has been affected by these actions.”

This sudden breakup mirrors what happened to Walk the Moon, another popular alt-pop band known for “Shut Up and Dance.” They announced an indefinite hiatus in 2023 after bassist Kevin Ray was dismissed due to allegations of misconduct.

While Lawrence didn’t elaborate on the revelations that led to Coin’s demise, he emphasized his disappointment and commitment to integrity. “Creating a space for love & joy through music has always been my mission. Discovering that this space has been compromised by the actions of others is truly heartbreaking.”

Coin’s upcoming tour has been canceled, with refunds available at the point of purchase.

Despite the breakup, Lawrence assured fans he isn’t done making music. “There’s a lot to figure out about the future, but I know I’m not done making music yet,” he wrote.