For most of my life I’ve battled addiction and shame. Never felt I could be honest about but it led me down some really dark paths. I made it hard for myself but I’m in the process of finding some light and it isn’t a linear process, but the light I see today shines a little brighter than what I could see a few years ago.

This isn’t really the place for me to sell you anything, you know where to find the songs and the merch if you really want that. This is a place to find people who might be looking for the same thing. A community where we can feel safe enough to be more honest about our shortcomings and struggles.

Maybe it’ll just be me sending you these letters, maybe we’ll jump on a video call once a month, maybe we’ll meet up from time to time. Whatever it evolves into, hoping it can be a space I’ve been craving from as long as I can remember.

Ps, this isn’t public knowledge but I’m making my acting debut in a film that goes alongside the album. There’s a film screening next week Wednesday in London. It’s free and is hosted by Jordan Stephens. If anyone wants to come just RSVP via the email address on the flyer and you’ll get a confirmation in the reply. Would be good to meet some of you.

After rehab I joined a recovery group and learnt that the opposite of addiction isn’t recovery, it’s connection.

Love,

Guv