James Veck-Gilodi.James Veck-Gilodi.
One For The Road
<p>Thanks for joining me for this weeks episode of One For The Road. This week I am joined by James Veck-Gilodi from the English alternative rock band Deaf Havana.</p><br><p>After many years battling alcohol and substance addiction, in 2020 after the break down of his marriage and his relationship with his brother in ruins, Deaf Havana decided to call it a day and walk away. They booked shows to cover their remaining debts and after that, Deaf Havana would be finished. Then COVID happened. The shows were cancelled, and the band didn’t have to think about their future for a long time. It took until April 2021 after several failed attempts, for James to take the leap and attend an AA meeting and he has been sober ever since.On this weeks episode James shares with us what that journey looked like for him, and how by removing just one thing from his life, alcohol, he was able to rebuild the damaged relationships and breathe new life into Deaf Havana once more, as the band re grouped and created a brand new album within three weeks.</p><br><p>If you enjoy One For The Road, then click follow to be notified of the release of our next episode.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice, and links for James.</p><p>Instagram @deafhavana</p><p>Twitter @deafhavana</p><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a><a href="https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p><a href="https://www.grownuphustle.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.grownuphustle.com/</a></p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><p>@GrownupHustle</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
51:43•6 Apr 2022
James Veck-Gilodi: From Rock Bottom to Rocking Sobriety
“It's the identifications, it's the, it's the similarities, not the differences, that really are the only thing that has helped me get through and be sober and- and now really enjoy.”
Ever wondered how a rock star handles the chaos of addiction and finds a way back? In this episode of 'One For The Road', David Wilson, known as SoberDave, sits down with James Veck-Gilodi from Deaf Havana. James opens up about his years of battling alcohol and substance abuse, the collapse of his marriage, and the strain it put on his relationship with his brother.
Just when it seemed like Deaf Havana was done for good, the pandemic gave them an unexpected pause. It was in April 2021 that James finally took the brave step to attend an AA meeting, marking the start of his sobriety journey. He shares how removing alcohol from his life helped him mend broken relationships and breathe new life into his band, leading to the creation of a brand-new album in just three weeks.
This episode is a candid look at the highs and lows of addiction, the power of support systems, and the surprising ways creativity can flourish in recovery. Whether you're facing your own struggles or supporting someone who is, James' story offers a raw and hopeful perspective.
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