Keith Garde: From Aerosmith's Co-Manager to Recovery on Dopey
I had to win with a compulsive, absolutely obsessive conviction, and I lived that way throughout in all of the facets of my existence.
Ever thought about what it takes to manage one of the biggest rock bands in history while battling personal demons? This episode of Dopey brings you the riveting story of Keith Garde, former co-manager of Aerosmith. Keith dives deep into his past, revealing a childhood marred by trauma and how he turned to overachievement and eventually cocaine to cope. Despite reaching professional heights, his addiction led him down a dark path of depravity and chaos. But it wasn’t all downhill.
Keith’s journey is also one of redemption, as he shares how the power of love and support helped him claw his way back to long-term recovery. Alongside the hosts, Dave and Chris, who bring their own experiences with addiction into the mix, Keith's story becomes a powerful testament to resilience and hope. With humor and raw honesty, this episode sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the incredible strength it takes to overcome it.
Tune in for an episode that's as inspiring as it is eye-opening.