Seye Adelekan.Seye Adelekan.
One For The Road
<p>Thanks for joining me for the last episode of season 5 One For The Road; this week i am joined by Seye Adelekan.</p><p>Seye is a Nigerian born, British multi-instrumentalist hailing from South London. His career has now spanned 14 years in the music industry as a session musician(studio and live), a writer, producer and film scorer. Seye is currently the bass player in Gorillaz live band, he has also performed/recorded with and written with artists such as Paloma Faith, Ellie Goulding, Birdy, Mumford and Sons, KT Tunstall, The Noisettes, The Very Best, Self Esteem, Noel Gallagher, Damon Albarn, La Roux, Afrikan Boy, YOTA and more. He is now 3 years plus sober, and one of the nicest people on the planet.</p><br><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 contact links for Seye.</p><p>Instagram @seyemusic</p><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a><a href="https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.wearewithyou.org.uk/</a></p><p><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><a href="https://www.grownuphustle.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.grownuphustle.com/</a></p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><p> @GrownupHustle</p><p><br></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>
1:00:07•11 May 2022
Seye Adelekan: Music, Sobriety, and Finding True Self
“It's about finding the good. Like, I found that the blast radius of your good decisions is way further each and like I'm helped, like just me chatting about getting sober, as I get so many messages every day from people and from fans across the world who just say: oh, thank you for sharing this.”
Imagine balancing a thriving music career with the battle against addiction. In this episode of 'One For The Road', David Wilson, also known as SoberDave, sits down with Seye Adelekan, a British-Nigerian multi-instrumentalist who has played with big names like Gorillaz and Paloma Faith. Seye's story is one of resilience and transformation, as he opens up about his journey from addiction to finding clarity and authenticity in sobriety.
Seye takes us through the highs and lows of his career, shedding light on the often hidden impact of alcohol in the music industry. He doesn't shy away from discussing his struggles with isolation and depression, making it clear that seeking support was a game-changer in his recovery. You'll hear about the pivotal moments that led him to embrace sobriety and the physical steps he took to reclaim his life.
One of the most touching aspects of Seye's story is his emphasis on vulnerability. He talks about how opening up and sharing his experiences played a crucial role in his healing process. Seye also touches on dealing with addiction triggers and even the unexpected challenge of sugar addiction. His candidness offers a refreshing perspective on the complexities of sobriety.
Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Seye's journey is a powerful reminder that it's possible to find clarity and authenticity, no matter where you start. Tune in to be inspired by his story and gain insights that might just help you or someone you care about take that next step towards a healthier, happier life.
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