Acknowledging the comment, Mayberry defended herself with a forceful response. “My band is lucky enough to have some of the most awesome, supportive and respectful fans in the world and we are so excited to be in the studio making an album to share with them,” she stated. “Yet, on a daily basis, we still receive communications like this. These people never learn that violence against women is unacceptable. But they also never learn that women will not be shamed and silenced and made to disappear. I am not going anywhere. So bring it on, motherfuckers. Let’s see who blinks first.”
Friends and fans worldwide sent messages of support to Mayberry via social media channels in the wake of this recent occurrence. Discussing this disturbing trend in our virtual society today helps bring awareness but we can only hope that more inspirational people like Lauren Mayberry will stand up against this ever growing issue. Let your voices be heard!