Neil Perry Speaks Out on Band Split | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Neil Perry, founding member of The Band Perry, reveals the band’s breakup was sparked by his sister’s decision to bring her husband, Johnny Costello, into the group — a move Neil strongly opposed. Formed in 2005 with his sister Kimberly and brother Reid, the band took a hiatus, during which both Neil and Reid married, while Kimberly pursued a musical partnership with Johnny. Though Kimberly has spoken of needing a reset and a desire to keep the family band alive, Neil’s public statement signals a deep personal rift. Now, he’s channeling his emotions into a new project, Wolves of June, with a…