David Wilson
David Wilson
Adrian Cox.
Adrian Cox.
Adrian Cox.
Wednesday 29th June 2022
Join David Wilson as he talks with Jazz musician Adrian Cox about his journey from addiction to sobriety in 'One For The Road'.
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64 minutes
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David Wilson
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Adrian Cox: Jazz, Addiction, and the Road to Sobriety
You know it's so hard to get across to people that you don't have to hit fucking rock bottom, because this is a good way of life.
What happens when a life of music and touring collides with addiction? In this episode of 'One For The Road', David Wilson sits down with Adrian Cox, an internationally acclaimed Jazz musician and saxophonist for 80s ska legends Bad Manners. Adrian's story is a gripping tale of starting his music career at just 15, only to be swept up in a whirlwind of drugs, alcohol, and gambling.
By March 2014, he had reached a turning point and chose sobriety, marking eight years sober by March 2022. Through candid conversation, Adrian opens up about the highs and lows of his journey, shedding light on the often hidden struggles faced by those in the music industry. He shares the importance of community and support in recovery and reminds us that hitting rock bottom isn't a prerequisite for making a positive change.
Adrian's Instagram account, 'On the road in recovery', has become a beacon for those navigating similar paths, offering both encouragement and real-life insights. Whether you're in the midst of your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, Adrian's story is a powerful reminder that sobriety is not just possible but can lead to a rewarding and fulfilling life.