In this episode of Subtext, Kendra and Rich dig into the history of former Of Mice and Men and Attack! Attack! frontman Austin Carlile. They discuss his history of leaving / getting kicked out of bands and the multitude of allegations levied against him. They also talk about how Alternative Press Magazine was in the midst of releasing an article covering the allegations and the mystery around the article never getting published.

enough. is a podcast centering on surviving abuse, harassment, and assault in the music scene. To help spread the word, please like and subscribe and share with your friends. In 2026, we’re looking to speak with anyone who has a story to share about their experience with the darker side of the music scene.

From avid show-goers to bookers to band members, we’ve all seen something. If you feel ready to share your story, we’d love to hear from you. Find us on Instagram at enough.podcast, or email us at ⁠⁠thisisenoughpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠.

REFERENCES:

Attack! Attack! [still] hate Austin Carlile (Under The Gun)

Of Mice & Men respond to Austin Carlile sexual assault allegations (Metal Hammer)

Austin Carlile is not who you all think he is. Wake up. (reddit)

Ex-frontman Austin Carlile of OM&M said to be a serial rapist (reddit)

Austin Carlile Accused of Rape + Sexual Assault by Multiple Women; Alternative Press Addresses Shelving Investigation (Loudwire)

Austin Carlile responds to sexual abuse allegations; read here. (wikiMetal)

For over 40 years, Anthony Kiedis and his band, Red Hot Chili Peppers, have been the soundtrack for frat parties and music festivals with their brand of funk influenced alternative rock. However, behind the music is a dark history of sexual assault, drug abuse, and a lack of accountability. In this episode, Kendra and Rich dive into Kiedis’ past from his childhood with a drug dealer father, through his sexual battery conviction, and his multiple relationships with women one third his age.

enough. is a podcast centering on surviving abuse, harassment, and assault in the music scene. To help spread the word, please like and subscribe and share with your friends. In 2026, we’re looking to speak with anyone who has a story to share about their experience with the darker side of the music scene.

From avid show-goers to bookers to band members, we’ve all seen something. If you feel ready to share your story, we’d love to hear from you. Find us on Instagram at enough.podcast, or email us at ⁠thisisenoughpodcast@gmail.com⁠.

REFERENCES:Actress Ione Skye claims Red Hot Chili Peppers frontman Anthony Kiedis got her pregnant at 17, paid for abortion (Page Six)

Former Music Exec Says She Was Sexually Harassed By 2 Of The Red Hot Chili Peppers (Huffington Post)

Singer Anthony Kiedis convicted of sexual battery, indecent exposure (UPI)

Good, We’re Talking About Anthony Kiedis Now… (Medium)

Indecent exposure, underage girls, and sexual battery: The uncomfortable truth about Anthony Kiedis (Far Out)

Does Child Abuse and Neglect Increase Risk for Perpetration of Violence Inside and Outside the Home? (NIH)

The Medium is the Mayhem (The Washington Post)

Anthony Kiedis: The Cycle of Abuse (Delinquent Films via YouTube)

Interviewer gets ANGRY at Anthony Kiedis & Flea and ENDS the broadcast (YouTube)

For almost two decades rumors have swirled about Blood on the Dance Floor frontman Dahvie Vanity. In this episode, Kendra and Rich discuss the rumors and allegations that have swirled around Blood on the Dance Floor frontman Dahvie Vanity. They dive into the history of the band, its teenage fan base, and how the social media surge allowed for ease of access to those fans. They discuss many of the 21 public allegations against Vanity, including an investigation by To Catch A Predator’s Chris Hansen.

enough. is a podcast centering on surviving abuse, harassment, and assault in the music scene. To help spread the word, please like and subscribe and share with your friends. In 2026, we’re looking to speak with anyone who has a story to share about their experience with the darker side of the music scene.

From avid show-goers to bookers to band members, we’ve all seen something. If you feel ready to share your story, we’d love to hear from you. Find us on Instagram at enough.podcast, or email us at thisisenoughpodcast@gmail.com.

REFERENCES:

Dahvie Vanity Raped A Child. Police Gave Him A Warning. Now 21 Women Accuse Him Of Sexual Assault (Huffington Post)

Are there any ongoing investigations into Dahvie Vanity's alleged pedophilia? (factually)

Blood on the Dance Floor’s Dahvie Vanity Accused of Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women, Many While They Were Underage (Metal Sucks)

Scene Singer Dahvie Vanity Is A Rapist Who Preys On Minors, A Dozen Women Say (Huffington Post)

Chris Hansen - Dahvie Vanity Investigation (YouTube)