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Steven Drozd’s Departure from The Flaming Lips Linked to Touring Retirement

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January 24, 2026 9:06 am

Steven Drozd’s Departure from The Flaming Lips Linked to Touring Retirement

1. Steven Drozd Breaks Silence on flaming Lips Exit

2. Initial Disagreement and Conflicting Accounts

3. Concerns Over Substance ⁣Use

Steven Drozd Breaks Silence on flaming Lips Exit

Steven Drozd,former keyboardist and drummer of The Flaming Lips, has given his first interview addressing his‍ departure from the band. He told ⁤ FOX23 News Tulsa’s Nathan Thompson that his⁣ decision to leave stemmed from‍ a desire to retire ⁢from touring and focus‍ on his family.”Wayne [Coyne] and ‌I⁤ disagreed on what I should do moving forward,” Drozd stated, adding that he had hoped to continue contributing to the band in a studio capacity. “So we just kind of agreed‍ that I would step back, and then step back turned into not⁤ coming back.”

Initial Disagreement and Conflicting Accounts

The circumstances surrounding Drozd’s ‍exit, initially announced in December via a now-deleted Threads post, were initially disputed. Wayne Coyne claimed ‌Drozd’s assertion that the ⁤band ⁣was “done with” him was untrue, describing the situation as “sad, and infuriating” and placing the responsibility for clarifying the situation on Drozd.

Concerns Over Substance ⁣Use

Further complicating the narrative, an interview with Coyne‌ published by Rolling Stone⁣ Japan in March 2023 revealed

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Olivia Bennett - Business Editor

Dr. Olivia Bennett is an award-winning financial journalist and editor with over 18 years of experience covering global markets, entrepreneurship, and economic policy. She holds a PhD in Economics from the London School of Economics and has contributed to leading publications. Olivia is known for her sharp analysis, ethical reporting, and ability to make complex financial topics accessible to a global audience. As Chief Editor of the Business section at World Today Journal, she leads a team dedicated to delivering accurate, timely, and insightful business news. Full Name: Dr. Olivia Bennett Role: Chief Editor, Business Category: Business Location: London, United Kingdom Education: PhD in Economics, London School of Economics Experience: 18+ years in financial journalism Expertise: Global markets, entrepreneurship, economic policy, financial analysis Awards: Winner of the 2021 Global Business Journalism Award; Finalist, European Press Prize 2019 Professional Affiliations: Member, Society of Professional Journalists; Contributor, World Economic Forum Languages: English (native), French (fluent)