Hedley says sexual misconduct claims are ‘unsubstantiated’
TORONTO — The Junos have dropped Hedley from the televised awards bash as the rockers face allegations of sexual misconduct that they call “unsubstantiated.”
Organizers of the annual music show say it was a joint decision with Hedley “after careful consideration of the situation.”
The move by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences came as band members issued a statement addressing claims of impropriety involving young fans.
“We realize the life of a touring band is an unconventional one,” reads the statement, which was issued mid-afternoon Wednesday, minutes before the Junos announcement.