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Addiction and Sobriety In The Music Industry
The lifestyle of a successful electronic music artist or DJ may seem like a dream to an outsider, but in reality, it isn’t always what it seems. You get into it because of a deep love for your music and the scene, but chronic, acute insomnia, jet lag, anxiety, and loneliness are problems that come along with the job. These are problems for any musician, but in the electronic music industry they can be even more destructive thanks to constant touring uninterrupted by the album cycle, and the late night showtimes that are the staple of the scene.
Whenever you’re through for the night, at 3:00am, 4:00am, or later, it’s really not possible to immediately collapse into sleep in a strange room, no matter how tired you are. But come 8:00am or 9:00am, it’s time for a drive or flight. These kinds of crushing schedules can worsen problems like depression and anxiety, not to mention pain and illness.
