Eggy Bassist Mike Goodman Taking Mental Health Break From Touring

Eggy bassist Mike Goodman announced a break from touring with the band to focus on his mental health. The group’s upcoming shows with moe. will be performed as a trio.

Eggy, who debuted in 2016, posted the message below regarding Goodman’s decision to step back from touring:

Dear Eggy family,

Since the beginning, we’ve been vocal about the importance of mental health and open, supportive conversations.

Today, we have to put our professional priorities aside to support our brother and bandmate, Mike. We’ll be performing as a trio for the run of dates with moe. as Mike will be taking time to focus on his mental health. This was a very difficult decision to make, but our love and care for Mike far surpasses all else.

We also know how much you all care for Mike, and we ask that you keep him in your thoughts while respecting his privacy as he heals.

We are incredibly lucky to have a community as close knit as ours. If you or anyone else you know is struggling, please know you don’t have to do this alone.

Mental health matters.

Here are a few trusted sources that can help:

• Backline: Mental health & wellness support for the music industry
• Mental Health America: Community-based support, screening tools & more at mhanational.org

With love,
Eggy

Eggy guitarist Jake Brownstein, drummer Alex Bailey and keyboardist Dani Battat begin a series of shows with moe. tonight, Tuesday, August 5 at The Burl in Lexington, Kentucky.

The run continues with stops in Peoria (Illinois) on August 7, Hillsboro (Wisconsin) on August 8, Paw Paw (Michigan) on August 9, Rochester (New York) on August 10, Interlochen (Michigan) on August 12, Fort Wayne (Indiana) on August 14, Cleveland Heights (Ohio) on August 15 and Indianapolis on August 16.