On February 3, 2018, Tinsley announced that he was taking a leave of absence from the band, citing exhaustion and the need to focus on his health and family. On the same day, lawyers for musician James Frost-Winn sent Tinsley a demand letter , formally accusing Tinsley of sexually harassing Frost-Winn over a one-year period, and requesting a settlement. On May 17th, Frost-Winn, then age 28, filed suit against Tinsley. On May 18, 2018, the band confirmed that Tinsley was no longer a member, saying “we are shocked by these disturbing allegations”, and adding “Boyd has been a member of the family since the band began and we want him to focus on his health and get better. We support his decision to do this and we’re sending positive thoughts his way.” That same day, the band began their summer tour in The Woodlands, Texas , with new keyboardist Buddy Strong taking a permanent place in the band.
On February 3, 2018, Tinsley announced that he was taking a leave of
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