Ep.9 - The Meditating Musician with Gabe RosalesEp.9 - The Meditating Musician with Gabe Rosales
Sober Exposure
Touring since he was 19 including international touring with Jennifer Lopez on a private plane. Sitting in silence at a meditation school in the mountains for weeks, then getting a DUI and aggravated assault with deadly weapon charge before going...
1:05:57•24 Jun 2021
Gabe Rosales: From Rock Bottom to PhD and Prison Music Teacher
“You know, being a musician and getting into higher education is my idols.”
Ever thought about how a life of glitz and glamour can spiral into chaos? Meet Gabe Rosales, a musician who’s toured the world with Jennifer Lopez and found himself in some dark places before turning his life around. In this episode of 'Sober Exposure', Jennifer Wylde sits down with Gabe to unravel his incredible journey from addiction to redemption. Gabe opens up about his early days on tour, where music was his escape but also his downfall.
His story takes a dramatic turn with a DUI and an aggravated assault charge, leading him to jail. But that wasn’t the end for Gabe. Through meditation and mindfulness, he found sobriety and a new purpose in life. Now, he’s not only released a solo album but is also teaching music to inmates while pursuing a PhD in criminology.
Gabe shares his thoughts on the controversial topic of substance use in recovery, the healing power of music, and the crucial role of community support. If you're looking for a tale of transformation and hope, this episode is a must-listen.
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