Danni Carr
Danni Carr
201. I was bored, I was unhappy so I would drink with Jamiroquai drummer Derrick McKenzie
201. I was bored, I was unhappy so I would drink with Jamiroquai drummer Derrick McKenzie
201. I was bored, I was unhappy so I would drink with Jamiroquai drummer Derrick McKenzie
Saturday 18th November 2023
Derrick McKenzie of Jamiroquai opens up about his battle with alcohol and how faith and family helped him find sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Derrick shares his evolution of alcohol consumption as a coping mechanism in the music industry
- He opens up about the impact of racism during his formative years and its connection to alcohol consumption
- Derrick delves into the struggle of excessive alcohol consumption and its impact on his emotional well-being
- He discusses finding solace and support from family and faith on his journey to sobriety
- Derrick emphasizes the transformative power of spirituality and emotional success in his sobriety journey
The best thing about being sober is happiness. You could do what you want to do when you feel like it, without having to struggle. Yes, happiness.
Picture this: you're a drummer for one of the most iconic bands, Jamiroquai, living the high-octane life of performances and tours. Sounds like a dream, right? But for Derrick McKenzie, it was a double-edged sword. In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', host Danni Carr sits down with Derrick to uncover the layers behind his journey to sobriety.
Derrick opens up about the harsh realities he faced growing up in a racist environment and how alcohol became his go-to for confidence and belonging during those tough years. What started as a way to fit in during adolescence gradually turned into a post-show ritual, an attempt to keep the adrenaline pumping long after the final encore. Derrick's candidness reveals how alcohol seeped into every corner of his life, becoming a crutch during marital and financial woes.
His story takes a dramatic turn when he finds himself in a foreign country, completely lost and engulfed by addiction. But this isn't just a tale of struggle; it's one of transformation. Derrick talks about finding strength in spirituality and how leaning on a higher power helped him break free from the chains of alcohol. He doesn't preach but rather shares how faith played a pivotal role in his recovery.
This episode is a raw, heartfelt look at the highs and lows of Derrick's life, offering hope and inspiration to anyone battling similar demons. If you're curious about how someone can turn their life around despite seemingly insurmountable odds, this conversation is a must-listen.