Franksy.Franksy.
One For The Road
<p>Welcome back to this weeks brilliant episode of One For The Road. This week I am joined by Andy Franks AKA Franksy who has worked his way through every backstage role in the live music industry from stage manager right the way through to tour director, working for over 17 years with Depeche Mode alone; He has also worked for seven years each with Robbie Williams and Coldplay. Andy takes us through the journey of his drinking, and how he came about setting up the charity "Music Support" which provides a number of core services to anybody working in the UK music and live events scene who needs support. This episode is a great conversation between two men and is an excellent listen in line with Mens Mental Health Month.</p><br><p>This episode of One For The Road is sponsored by <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> Further information and links attached below.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice and for Franksy.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/musicsupport_uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/musicsupport_uk/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MusicSupportCharity/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/MusicSupportCharity/</a></p><p><a href="https://twitter.com/Musicsupport_uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/Musicsupport_uk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/music-support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.linkedin.com/company/music-support</a><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><br><p>This season's podcast is sponsored by a great new start up called Tweak Life. They have built a well-being hub full of useful information and tweaks that can help you improve your mental and physical health and finances. There is a wide range of topics covered which includes mindfulness, eating well, exercise. managing addictions, improving finances, mortgages and even menopause.</p><p>This is free to use, just go to <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> for more information.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
1:01:25•30 Nov 2022
Andy Franks: From Rock Tours to Recovery Advocate
“When you stop, it's like stepping on the rake, isn't it? All those little things that to yourself don't seem like a problem until you stop, and you know it's like walking, stepping on the rake, isn't it?”
Ever wondered what life is like behind the scenes of some of the biggest rock tours? Andy Franks, affectionately known as Franksy, has seen it all. From managing stages to directing tours for legends like Depeche Mode, Robbie Williams, and Coldplay, Andy's career in the live music industry is nothing short of impressive. But with the glitz and glamour came a darker side—an escalating battle with alcohol.
In this episode of 'One For The Road', hosted by SoberDave, Andy opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of his drinking habits and the turning point that led him to sobriety. He doesn't just stop there; Andy also talks about founding Music Support, a charity aimed at providing essential services for those in the UK music and live events industry who are grappling with addiction and mental health issues.
This candid conversation between two men offers a raw and real look into the normalization of alcohol in the music scene and the critical need for community and support in recovery. Whether you're in the music industry, struggling with addiction, or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with insights and hope. Tune in to hear Andy's story of transformation and his mission to bring awareness and resources to those who need it most.
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