Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Charged in Bandmate's Father Attack

Brady Ebert accused of hitting Brendan Yates' father with his car in Baltimore

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:05pm

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An extreme close-up of a damaged car side mirror reflecting a faint red light, conceptually illustrating the violence of the alleged attack.The alleged vehicular attack on a bandmate's father has shaken the Baltimore hardcore music scene.Baltimore Today

Brady Ebert, a founding member of the Baltimore hardcore punk band Turnstile, has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly hitting the father of the group's lead vocalist, Brendan Yates, with his car in an incident in Baltimore.

Why it matters

The attack on the parent of a bandmate is an extremely rare and disturbing event in the music industry, raising questions about the potential for violence and tensions within tight-knit punk and hardcore communities.

The details

According to police, Ebert struck Yates' father with his vehicle in an incident in Baltimore. The father was hospitalized with serious injuries, though his current condition is unknown. Ebert was arrested and charged with attempted murder.

  • The alleged attack occurred on April 1, 2026.

The players

Brady Ebert

A founding member of the Baltimore hardcore punk band Turnstile who has been charged with attempted murder.

Brendan Yates

The lead vocalist of the Baltimore hardcore punk band Turnstile, whose father was allegedly attacked by his bandmate Brady Ebert.

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What they’re saying

“This is an extremely disturbing and tragic incident that has shaken the entire Baltimore music community.”

— Jessica Hopper, Music journalist

What’s next

Ebert is being held without bail as the investigation continues. A court date has not yet been set.

The takeaway

The alleged attack by a bandmate on the parent of another member has raised concerns about the potential for violence and tensions within tight-knit punk and hardcore music communities.