We’re often not ones to complain {that a} darkish joke or tasteless humor was “too quickly” round right here, however a latest put up on social media from somebody in Inexperienced Jellÿ’s camp not solely pissed off lots of people, however finally resulted in that individual getting fired.
Within the rapid aftermath of Ozzy Osbourne’s demise this previous July 22, the steel, rock, and leisure worlds had been left reeling. However that didn’t cease long-time Inexperienced Jellÿ collaborator Michael “Fr33to F33t” Snyder. The put up in query confirmed an AI-generated meme of Ozzy holding up an indication that learn “One Day Sober”. You recognize, as a result of he’s lifeless.
Apparently, that didn’t float too effectively with individuals, because the picture sparked an outcry so loud that Inexperienced Jellÿ founder Invoice Manspeaker acquired on-line to delete the put up in query and updates followers on Snyder’s place with the band.
“Lengthy story quick… I allowed a inexperienced jello member management of my inexperienced jello web page… He’s been doing a wonderful job posting humorous memes for years… Lately he posted a extraordinarily impolite video about Ozzy Dying that I discovered extremely offensive & I instantly took it down…the man misplaced his thoughts & immediately began to demonize me on Fb… Now it’s gotten past the purpose of non cease harassment,”
Nevertheless, leaked texts between the 2 confirmed that Manspeaker apparently needed to maintain Snyder round, however issues took a flip for the more serious and his hand was compelled. In response to a video from Staunch TV, extra allegations emerged that confirmed Snyder making enjoyable of Manspeaker, making threats, and pushing for extra public criticism.
Manspeaker’s assertion additionally defined how Snyder hadn’t been pulling his personal weight within the band. Finally, the entire thing got here to a matter of honoring Ozzy’s legacy and saving his picture.
“This individual determined to defame Ozzy with a horrible joke about his demise on my inexperienced jello social media web page & I eliminated it…ask your self 1 factor—who’s the true problem…the man who has no respect for a person’s demise and mocked Ozzy or the man who instantly took it down as a result of it was disrespectful?”
All of this got here to a head because the band was gearing up for a tour with 96 Bitter Beings. You’ll be able to take a look at the dates under.
10/10 Lima, OH Legacy Ink
10/11 Fort Wayne, IN Piere’s
10/12 Studying, PA Reverb
10/14 Frederick, MD Cafe 611
10/15 Richmond, VA Ember Music Corridor
10/16 Raleigh, NC Chapel Of Bones
10/17 Spartanburg, SC Floor Zero
10/18 Atlanta, GA Boggs Social
10/19 Jacksonville, FL Jack Rabbits
10/20 Sanford, FL West Finish Buying and selling Co.
10/21 Tampa, FL Brass Mug
10/22 West Palm Seaside, FL Respectable Avenue Cafe
10/25 Houston, TX The Finish
10/26 Dallas, TX Puzzles
10/27 Austin, TX Come And Take It Stay
10/28 Lubbock, TX Jake’s Sports activities Cafe
10/29 El Paso, TX Rockhouse Bar & Kitchen Venue
10/30 Gallup, NM Juggernaut Music
10/31 Scottsdale, AZ Pub Rock Stay
11/01 San Diego, CA The Holding Firm
11/02 Los Angeles, CA 1720