Ep.8 - Still Rockin His Recovery with Jimmy D'Anda of BulletBoysEp.8 - Still Rockin His Recovery with Jimmy D'Anda of BulletBoys
Sober Exposure
If you would have told me, when I was 21, that I would be talking recovery with the rock icon Jimmy D’Anda, drummer of the BulletBoys, I would say “you’re high.” Living the rockstar lifestyle, drugs and alcohol were never far away. With hard work he...
1:09:31•16 Jun 2021
Rockin' Recovery: Jimmy D'Anda's Journey from BulletBoys to Sobriety
“I could never, in A Million Years, thank the people in the program enough for what they have taught me and what they continue to teach me and walk with me, you know, through this, uh, through life.”
Ever imagined what it's like to go from the wild rockstar life to a path of sobriety? In this episode of 'Sober Exposure', Jennifer Wylde chats with Jimmy D'Anda, the iconic drummer of BulletBoys. Picture this: the glitz and glam of the Sunset Strip, hilarious escapades with Eddie Van Halen, and the constant presence of drugs and alcohol. Now, fast forward to a Jimmy who’s been sober for over 20 years, inspiring countless others with his dedication and integrity.
He opens up about his early days in rock 'n' roll, the challenges of maintaining sobriety in the music industry, and the importance of a supportive sober community. Jimmy also touches on the heart-wrenching loss of friends to addiction and how he continues to help others on their recovery journeys. His stories are not just about survival but about thriving and giving back.
Tune in for a conversation that's both entertaining and deeply moving, offering a fresh perspective on addiction and recovery.
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