Within days of announcing their new lineup, South African deathcore act Vulvodynia temporarily parted ways with vocalist Zion Bittenbender. Last week, allegations of sexual misconduct were made against Bittenbender almost directly after joining the band.
Bittenbender has since denied the accusations, as the band has been taking this matter seriously. In a follow-up statement on Friday (7th), Vulvodynia announced they would temporarily part ways with Bittenbender amid the allegations, as they embark on their tour. Guitarist Lwandile Prusent, who previously handled lead vocals, returns to the mic as the band continues their current tour, beginning in China before heading to Europe.
The band issued the below statement:
“Official Statement from Vulvodynia:
Following the recent allegations circulating online involving our vocalist, Zion Bittenbender, we want to provide an update regarding our touring plans.
After careful discussion, Zion will be returning home from our current tour in Asia to focus on addressing these matters through the appropriate legal channels. Handling this responsibly would be extremely difficult while continuing to tour internationally, so this decision has been made in everyone’s best interests.
Lwandile Prusent, who originally fronted Vulvodynia and has since been performing on guitar, will resume vocal duties for the remainder of 2025 to ensure our commitments are fulfilled.
We appreciate everyone’s understanding and support while this situation is handled properly and respectfully.”
Remaining Tour Dates
Vulvodynia tour dates
11/12 Kunming, China @ Kong Ge Live
11/14 Shanghai, China @ The Box
11/15 Hangzhou, China @ Hangzhou Midi Live
All Shall Perish “Europe Slamageddon Tour 2025” w/ Vulvodynia, Peeling Flesh, Acranius (11/21–11/30), Necrotted (12/02–12/13)
11/21 Berlin, Germany @ Hole 44
11/22 Bochum, Germany @ Matrix
11/23 Tilburg, Netherlands @ 013
11/24 Paris, France @ Glaz’art
11/25 London, UK @ O2 Islington Academy
11/26 Glasgow, UK @ Slay
11/28 Leeds, UK @ Stylus
11/29 Birmingham, UK @ Asylum
11/30 Sint-Niklaas, Belgium @ De Casino
12/02 Munich, Germany @ Backstage Halle
12/03 Milan, Italy @ Legend Club
12/04 Frankfurt, Germany @ Das Bett
12/05 Vienna, Austria @ Arena
12/06 Leipzig, Germany @ Felsenkeller
12/07 Prague, Czech Republic @ Rock Café
12/08 Warsaw, Poland @ Proxima
12/10 Hamburg, Germany @ Knust
12/11 Hannover, Germany @ Musik Zentrum
12/12 Aarau, Switzerland @ KIFF
12/13 Stuttgart, Germany @ Im Wizemann
Feature Image Photo Credit: @iamsethedwards
