This is what happens when an alcoholic falls off the wagon

[The Byre]

I normally stay away from commenting on people's music, as that can get one into some very hot water indeed - especially as a studio owner! But ion this case, I'll make an exception, because it is excellent.

It is however, a bit repetitive and I would throw in a couple more tunes in there, particularly at the beginning.

[mudrecords]

Thanks for your comments, The Byre. Wow, you have an absolutely beautiful place there. Totally different to where I am in Australia but completely beautiful.

[StillCrazy]

I like the tune. The only suggestion would be to clean up the chorus as it seemed to get a bit muddy.

Good song.

[mudrecords]

Thank you, StillCrazy. I did have a lot of trouble with the chorus, sound wise. There is a piano playing some bass notes and then the bass itself is pretty busy. i have used EQ to try and fit these together.

[Cjoe707]

[legato]

Quit and never make an exception again.

Ever.

Trust me on this one.

And I didn't mean making music. The talent's there for sure. Don't let it go to waste.






Someone who cares.

[Travst]

Originally Posted by legato

Quit and never make an exception again.

Ever.

Trust me on this one.

And I didn't mean making music. The talent's there for sure. Don't let it go to waste.

Someone who cares.

I agree with this post. Don't mistake a buzz for real creativity. You can be just as creative when you are sober.

[Dpro]

Originally Posted by Travst

I agree with this post. Don't mistake a buzz for real creativity. You can be just as creative when you are sober.

and I back this up as well. You have a great song here man, it did not happen because you were buzzed it happened because you have enough talent to shine through being buzzed. Don't let getting loaded **** it up because in the end it will .

[suedesound]

i was just going through anxiety etc yesterday because i am sober now and used to playing/working on music really loaded. if you are an alcoholic of my nature and obviously talented stay away from the booze. it may work for a minute, a few days or weeks but it will kill you and ruin everything you're trying to do.

[mudrecords]

Thank you to everyone who has given me words of encouragement about staying off the booze. I'm not happy with myself but I'm also disappointed that I used it as the introduction to my post. I tend to do dumb things on the internet - especially when I'm loaded. So, my apologies to you all. I know I don't need alcohol to make music and it has taken nearly a year for me to realise I don't need it to get through life. If I fall down again, I'll stay away from the computer.

[legato]

I'm also disappointed that I used it as the introduction to my post.

Admitting you're an alcoholic is a BIG part towards solving the problem. Most alcoholics deny they have a problem. If the whole world knows, so be it. Not that we know your real name, but even if we did. Your health is much more important than that. (Not to mention close family and friends who virtually always pay a part of the price.)
I for one am glad you shared it here.

So, my apologies to you all.

Thanks, but there's no need, as far as I'm concerned.

I'm not happy with myself

That does not help. That is, if it's for any other reason than the relapse.
As stated above, you're a talented musician. And from your last post alone, I can tell you're a nice person. Be happy with yourself.

I know I don't need alcohol to make music and it has taken nearly a year for me to realise I don't need it to get through life.

That's another big step.
But don't forget the last one. That's accepting that the beast will be there for life and that the "just-once-excuse" is a recipe for disaster. There's always an excuse. Times of misery and personal loss. They will come. Parties where everyone around you lets go. They will come. Times of artistic uncertainty and blocks. They will come.
The bottle will not solve anything. Quite the opposite. And that's an understatement.

Also, forget about "moderate drinking". If there is such a thing in the first place, it's only for those who aren't alcoholics (yet).

when I'm loaded

If I fall down again

So get rid of the if and when scenarios. Those are not a good sign.
Yesterday was the last time. Throw away the leftovers. Do it now. And never touch the stuff again. You deserve better.
Then, go make some music.




Henk




Disclaimer:
I'm not a pro. Every alcoholic should get professional help.

What I do know is that this is one of this world's most underrated problems as well as one of the most devastating. We should all speak up, especially those who lived it or experienced it from up close.

[suedesound]

i want to bump this because especialy in our industry no one talks about it and most suffer from some addiction. i also think legato would make a great sponsor (probably already is)

[boomer81]

I've been sober for three weeks. I'm having a really hard time tonight. Personal issues. I've had no treatment or support. The only thing filling the void is my es-335. I know I'm a better person and musician. And I have not been this creative or played this much in years. That should be motivation enough. But damn I'm down. How do y'all get through it at first

[D34d_Ledger]

Coincidentally when shortly after I started dipping my finger into the art of recording/engineering (about 13/14 years old) I had quit using all drugs except for cigarettes. I was the normal kid ****ing around with alcohol and pot here and there but eventually one weekend I found myself doing dope constantly with some shitty "friends". I wounded up there pretty quickly after ****ing with blow for a while. Never liked pills personally. The lowest point of my life was when I shot dope. Normally before that I had smoked or snorted it. That was the last straw for me so I quit cold turkey for 3 years.

One day my old man and I were in an argument and he says "Son you're no different sober nor stoned).

I'm almost 24 now. I moderately drink and smoke but that's it. My music and art and my life are way too ****ing important for all that BS. Pick your priorities mate. Some have music, families, school, it's all there. Just acknowledge it and don't let the good things in life slip through your fingers