#TBR247 - Sobriety and all that Jazz

Jack is a Jazz drummer who has travelled the world performing in all sorts of locations and for all sorts of audiences. Jazz music is often associated with alcohol and debauchery and excess is so often associated with the music industry. All of this was true from Jack. He found himself addicted to alcohol at 14 and kicked out of school. None of this got in the way of his jazz music career. He later discovered Cocaine to prolong his drinking sessions. Jack should be dead. But he isn't he's sober and has been for 6 years. He shares the story of his sobriety with us. Join us for a powerful conversation with Jack Cotterill, a renowned jazz drummer who has overcome the challenges of alcohol and drug addiction. In this episode, Jack shares his inspiring story of recovery, revealing the struggles he faced, the lessons he learned. Early Struggles: Discover how addiction crept into Jack's life and career at a very early age and the people who he surrounded himself with. The Turning Point: Learn about the pivotal moment that led Jack to seek help and embark on his path to sobriety.. Life After Addiction: Gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of maintaining sobriety in the demanding world of music. Inspiring Message: Hear Jack's message of hope and encouragement for those struggling with addiction. If you're looking for a story of resilience, determination, and the power of music, this episode is not to be missed. The opening music is "Tall Boy Radio" by Andy and the Leffe Turns and the closing music is "BDS" by Lewis Pickford. tallboyradio.com