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after the dissolution
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what happened to alice glass, ethan kath, and the crystal castles legacy after 2016. ⚡
context // november 2016
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in november 2016, alice glass publicly disclosed a history of sexual, psychological and physical abuse she endured during her time in crystal castles, at the hands of ethan kath. the statement was published on her social media and widely reported in the music press. ethan kath denied all accusations and subsequently filed a defamation lawsuit against glass. the case was eventually settled. [this archive presents factual information. alice glass's disclosure is well-documented. this section does not editorialize further than stating what occurred.] ★
alice glass — solo career
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alice glass launched a solo career following her departure from crystal castles. her solo work retains the electronic, noise-influenced sound while taking it in new directions. solo releases (selected)
she has continued to perform and release music as a solo artist, and has been vocal about mental health, abuse survival, and advocacy. ✦
ethan kath — after cc
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ethan kath has maintained a lower public profile since the dissolution of crystal castles and the surrounding controversy. limited public information is available about his activities after 2016. ☠
legacy
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crystal castles remain a significant and complex part of electronic music history. their first two albums in particular are considered landmark records in the fusion of noise, chiptune and post-punk club music. the circumstances of the band's dissolution have complicated their legacy, and rightly so. many listeners navigate their relationship to the music in the context of what alice glass disclosed. this archive exists to document — not to judge or celebrate uncritically. |