Wes Geer – ROCK TO RECOVERYWes Geer – ROCK TO RECOVERY
Rock Recovery
Wes Geer shares his journey from addiction to founding Rock to Recovery, using music to heal and inspire.
55:13•5 May 2023
Wes Geer: From Rock Bottom to Rock to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Wes Geer's journey from addiction to sobriety and his time with Jive Records and Korn
- The founding of Rock to Recovery and its impact on people's lives
- The transformative power of music in healing and sobriety
- Wes's dedication to breaking the stigma surrounding addiction
- Inspiring others through personal testimony and the beauty of sober life
“We're not saying it's going to be easy, but we're saying it's going to be worth it.”
Wes Geer's story is one of highs and lows, and ultimately, a powerful resurgence. As the founding member of Hed P.E., Wes tasted success early, touring the world and playing to massive crowds. But behind the scenes, his life was spiraling out of control due to addiction. After hitting rock bottom, Wes checked into rehab and began his journey towards sobriety.
Three years later, he joined Korn as their touring guitarist, traveling to 42 countries and playing to audiences of up to 80,000 people. Despite his professional success, it was the simple act of strumming his guitar that brought him peace and clarity during his recovery. Realizing the therapeutic potential of music, Wes founded Rock to Recovery, a nonprofit organization that uses music to help others heal from addiction.
This episode dives deep into Wes's personal battles, his path to sobriety, and how he is now using his passion for music to inspire and support others on their own recovery journeys. Whether you're a music lover, someone struggling with addiction, or just in need of an uplifting story, Wes's journey is sure to resonate.
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