Americana musicians in recovery
Newgrass pioneer John Cowan: ‘I couldn’t deny my recovery’
Newgrass pioneer John Cowan: ‘I couldn’t deny my recovery’ In the Basic Text of one of the 12 Step programs, it says that “a relapse may be the jarring experience that brings about a more rigorous application of the program.” For newgrass pioneer, singer-songwriter and auxiliary Doobie Brothers member John Cowan, his own recovery is…
Read MoreMary Gauthier: ‘I’m so glad I’ve remained willing to do what it takes’
Mary Gauthier: ‘I’m so glad I’ve remained willing to do what it takes’ For a girl growing up in Louisiana with a gaping wound where her heart should have been, alcohol was a balm for the soul. Abandoned by her mother as an infant, Mary Gauthier — a critically acclaimed songwriter and neo-folk artist whose…
Read MoreAmerican Aquarium’s B.J. Barham: ‘I don’t feel like I have to drink to be a happy person’
Courtesy of Joshua Black Wilkins American Aquarium’s B.J. Barham: ‘I don’t feel like I have to drink to be a happy person’ When B.J. Barham announced he was giving up booze, he didn’t plan on making it permanent. Aug. 31, 2014: He walked into the Magnolia Motor Lounge in Fort Worth, Texas, ordered a triple…
Read MoreJulie Christensen: Alt-country godmother finds renewal in the Rooms
Courtesy of Stacie Huckeba Julie Christensen: Alt-country godmother finds renewal in the Rooms Julie Christensen’s spiritual awakening took place in the Colorado mountains, behind the wheel of 1966 Plymouth Valiant, a Chrysler Slant-6 engine growling around switchback curves while the singers of Sergio Mendes and Brasil ’66 crooned a Beatles tune on the radio. In…
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