Former Elbow drummer Richard Jupp on walking away from the band for sobriety and helping others: “Addiction is a disease and it’s terrifying”
There's something genuinely inspiring about Richard Jupp's honesty here. Stepping away from one of Britain's best bands to prioritise your health takes real courage, and it's refreshing to hear someone at that level speak so openly about addiction. What strikes us is that he's found drumming to be part of his recovery rather than just the thing he had to give up, which feels like an important distinction for anyone struggling with similar battles. It's the kind of conversation that matters far beyond the music industry, and it reminds us why artists willing to be vulnerable about their mental health are doing crucial work.
From NME Music: "Since leaving the band, recovery has been one of the defining focuses of my life, and drumming has played a huge role in that” The post Former Elbow drummer Richard Jupp on walking away from the band for sobriety and helping others: “Addiction is a disease and it’s terrifying” appeared first on NME.
