Katseye Loses 2 Members to Hiatus as Grueling Schedule Shadows $4 Million Film Launch
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Updated · The Guardian · Aug 28
Katseye Loses 2 Members to Hiatus as Grueling Schedule Shadows $4 Million Film Launch
3 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Aug 28
Summary
Manon stepped back in February and Sophia followed in August, leaving Katseye down two members as both cited health, mental health or wellness concerns.
The hiatuses come amid an intense promotion cycle that included Disney Legends, the Today Show, the Tonight Show, a Spotify event, CD signings and a festival headline slot in just two weeks.
That strain has landed on a group already facing racist and sexist abuse, toxic fandom and death threats, with members describing the scrutiny as mentally damaging.
Even so, Katseye's commercial momentum remains strong: Wild debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, the group has nearly 40 million monthly Spotify listeners, and Wild Hearts opened to nearly $4 million.