The short version
- Saul Adamczewski has been dropped by his record label Fat Possum following serious allegations of abuse.
- Two women have accused the musician of physical violence, financial theft, and emotional manipulation during their relationships.
- Upcoming performances in the UK have been cancelled and management teams have severed ties with the artist.
Saul Adamczewski, a musician known for his work with Fat White Family and currently fronting Insecure Men, has been removed from his record label’s roster after two women publicly accused him of physical and emotional abuse. The allegations have triggered an immediate professional fallout, including the cancellation of scheduled tour dates and the termination of relationships with management and publicists.
The accusations emerged through social media posts detailing specific incidents of violence and control. One woman described a short relationship that ended in pregnancy, alleging that Adamczewski engaged in a pattern of behavior designed to cause her suffering. She claimed he was violent, threw glass bottles at her, and showered her with beer while she was carrying their child.
This accuser further alleged that Adamczewski confiscated her passport and stole money from her, leaving her without funds to feed herself or their baby. She stated that he used the situation as a pretext to obtain more money for drug use, specifically referencing his known history with crack cocaine and heroin. Screenshots shared alongside the post appeared to show abusive messages sent by the musician during the third month of her pregnancy.
A second woman corroborated the pattern of violence, describing multiple incidents of physical aggression. She alleged that Adamczewski once folded her inside a sofa bed and held her there against her will. These accounts paint a picture of sustained intimidation and physical harm rather than isolated incidents.
Jessica Winter, a musician who has worked with Adamczewski, added to the growing concerns by stating she had witnessed his abuse toward two women and other men. She claimed that Adamczewski threatened and abused her in an attempt to silence her testimony regarding his behavior. Her comments suggest that the alleged misconduct may extend beyond the two primary accusers.
The music industry response has been swift and decisive. Fat Possum, the US indie label that signed Insecure Men, issued a statement confirming they no longer work with the band due to the seriousness of the accusations. The group was removed from the label’s online roster, signaling a complete break in their commercial partnership.
Professional ties have unraveled rapidly across the board. Adamczewski’s management and UK publicist have severed connections with him, and the Instagram profile for Insecure Men has been deleted. This coordinated distancing indicates that industry stakeholders are treating the allegations as credible enough to warrant immediate disassociation.
The practical impact on fans and venues is already evident. The band’s set at the Green Man festival did not proceed this weekend, and a planned performance in Manchester was also called off. A subsequent date at Rough Trade Liverpool has been cancelled, along with the entire November UK tour. While no official reason for these cancellations was shared publicly, the timing aligns directly with the release of the allegations.
Adamczewski’s career trajectory includes significant notoriety within the indie music scene. He co-founded The Metros in 2006 and achieved minor success during the indie sleaze era, including a soundtrack placement on the US television series Gossip Girl. His later work with Fat White Family gained acclaim alongside controversy for its debauched public image.
He left Fat White Family before the completion of their 2024 album Forgiveness Is Yours, following previous struggles with substance abuse that led to rehab and his removal from the band earlier in his career. The current allegations add a new layer of complexity to his public profile, shifting focus from artistic output to personal conduct and accountability.
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Go to the original reporting
- The Guardian World↗Two women accuse former Fat White Family member Saul Adamczewski of physical and emotional abuse
