As happy, sad, angry, melancholy anything.Read the full feature here: https://www.spin.com/2022/03/a-day-in-the-life-of-justin-furstenfeld-of-blue-october/GET MORE SPIN: Subscribe to SPIN on YouTube youtube.com/SPINShop SPIN merch https://spinmerchbooth.com/Follow SPIN on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spinmag/Follow SPIN on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@spinFollow SPIN on Twitter https://twitter.com/SPINLike SPIN on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SPINRead more https://www.spin.com/The following comes from a mission statement that appeared in the inaugural issue of SPIN. He is amazing. He kicked off the evening with The Answer, the title track of Blue Octobers first album, and began to tell the audience about his own personal journey, starting with his teenage years. Amazing center view which created a more intimate experience. For many people, completing rehab in Austin, TX is an opportunity for a fresh start and a new beginning. He bravely shared the details of his divorce, the custody battle for his daughter and his spiral back into addiction. Posted Apr 15, 2010 at 12:01 AM Justin Furstenfeld discussed the incident at least seven times one day. High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, "Blue October's Newest Honors The Album Journey", "Blue October's Justin Furstenfeld Opens Up About 'Get Back Up' Documentary and Their 10th Studio Album", "Cockroaches, Porn, Voices Fill Blue October Singer's Brain", "Artists | Discover Music Artists and Bands", "CRAZY MAKING by JUSTIN FURSTENFELD Reviews, Discussion, Bookclubs, Lists", "Crazy Making - The Words and Lyrics of Justin Furstenfeld BOOK, 2nd Ed. February 11, 2022 7:43am Justin Furstenfeld Courtesy of BJ Lewallen IV Upcoming action film Lights Out, starring Frank Grillo, Mekhi Phifer, Scott Adkins and Dermot Mulroney, has added Blue. Robin is a middle Tennessee native and a graduate of Western Kentucky University. Are you going to do THIS ALBUM or just an album because it sounds to me like this is your only defense to all these things that you have going on. He really helped me get the balls to say what I needed to say and to do it in a way that wasnt too much, ya know. Everything was grander including Furstenfelds drug use. I got a call from him saying that I was being held in contempt of court for another lie that she made up. It was just the artists feelings of being a single father, being accused and torn apart mentally, emotionally and financially for no reason. Cindy has more than 16 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, most recently serving as Development Officer for United Methodist Higher Education Foundation. This is an album about my daughter and about how men around the world, not just me, parents around the world are really not thinking about the kids and what is right. On October 22, 2009, the Pick Up the Phone Tour was cancelled after Furstenfeld was admitted to a hospital for an extreme anxiety attack, though the band still played two November dates in Austin. Your bandmates had your back during that very rough period of time. Win $1,000 Thanks to The Pool After Dark at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City! We will guide you on a path to lifelong recovery. Has Austin Become the NIMBY Capital of Texas? Youve gotta leave. And after I did that they were like, Oh, wow! Thankfully, the challenges worked. She earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees from the University of Tennessee. 2023 MTV Movie & TV Awards: All-Star Presenter Lineup Revealed For Epic Global Event On May 7th! He is the lead vocalist, guitarist, and lyricist of rockband Blue October. The show premieres on May 1. The only reason I put this album out was because I didnt want to end up in jail for doing absolutely nothing. What else do you have in the works that we can look forward to in the future? Justin has been sober for four years, and when he met his wife he was surprised that she had never heard of the band. Butch also maintained a private practice, specializing in family of origin work and addiction populations. Your new album, Any Man In America, just hit stores. I pursued music because people were reacting to it. Prime Video Casts BRIAN COX in Upcoming James Bond-Inspired Unscripted Adventure Series 007s Road to a Million, Paramount+ Unveils Trailer For Upcoming Documentary King Charles, The Boy Who Walked Alone. He interacted well with the audience while also keeping them tamed to retain the mood of his storytelling. He is the brother of Blue October drummer Jeremy Furstenfeld. This mix of, "oh my God, they were breaking in to try and basically undermine the will of the American people." The actors Justin Theroux (left) and Woody Harrelson star in the HBO miniseries White House Plumbers. Cinde has a love for the places where opposites touch. The venue was perfect for this show and Justin did not disappoint. I have been to quite a few concerts/events in my days, but nothing compares to the show Justin put on at the Cedar! Brothers Justin and Jeremy Furstenfeld formed Blue October in Houston in the mid-'90s. Robin previously worked as Controller at Accu-Crete, Inc., a concrete contractor based in Washington D.C. She is currently responsible for business accounting activities including, preparing financial statements, creating an organization budget, and managing payroll. I would rate the acoustics in Aztec Theatre at the top. Justins photo credit: Abel Longoria, Dermots photo credit: Luber Roklin. Why the hell would you want to get into that wasp can when youve seen millions of your homies die from that st? asked Furstenfeld. Its in the past now. Lastly, I have been to concerts at numerous venues. Here is Plan A, Plan B, Plan C. Just breathe with me. He really laid it out. . Directed by Norry Niven (Ray Donovan, Dexter, American Idol), who also helmed the bands videos for Fear, Home, and Bleed Out, the film moves through Furstenfelds early life; his first band, The Last Wish; Blue Octobers formation in 1995; his dependency on drugs,and how he managed to survive it all with the support of his wife, bandmates and family. Although Furstenfeld was raw and honest with the crowd, he told his stories with such charisma and humor that throughout the heartfelt details we were all laughing and smiling. Justin Furstenfeld knows the difference a father can make. Personally, he's in love with his life right now. One of my favorite performances ever!!! Posts. I dont think that there is a misconception. Understandably, these circumstances and events found their way into his music, sometimes producing less-than-uplifting themes. He reminded me every day by saying, No, no, no! A still from the HBO miniseries White House Plumbers, in which G. Gordon Liddy orchestrates the failed Watergate break-in. Nick received his PhD in Couple, Marriage, and Family Therapy from Texas Tech University. The 20-year-old band, which consists of brothers Justin and Jeremy Furstenfeld, Ryan Delahoussaye, Matthew Ostrander and Matt Noveskey, was a local mainstay for several years, playing Austin and Houston clubs until breaking out with its third album, History For Sale, and 2006 single Hate Me.. Also, he showed me that you can fight for the things that are right. I have been writing like crazy! When we walked in, I asked an employee if there was an elevator. Dont miss the mighty @chrisjerichofozzy and company! This band was falling apart and discovered what it is to love life again and be with each other, says Furstenfeld, who created a soundtrack for the film with friend and musician Eric Holtz. 19K Followers, 413 Following, 370 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Sarah Furstenfeld (@sarahfurstenfeld) Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. In 2022 Justin acted in the film Lights Out, also directed by Sesma.[16]. WEBSITE DATA PRIVACY POLICY | PRIVACY POLICY | RETURN POLICY | MACHINE READABLE FILES. Furstenfeld played a few other songs from Blue Octobers debut album, such as Black Orchid and Breakfast After 10. In these, the audience learned of his first love, Mamie, and how he forgot her birthday after two years of dating. As friends, I felt really bad that it was a situation like, OK, once again, here comes my drama! But I think a lot of people were smarter than just being like, Oh God here we go. The songs were definitely laid out like a map. ! I couldnt get rid of the girl, it just keeps going on and on and on. #JerryJerryJerry #JerrySpringer #TheJerrySpringerShow #television #tv #tvshows #tvlegends, A glimpse of some arcade classics! Lyrically, Furstenfeld is never one to shy away from expressing himself. An original screenplay by Chad Law and Josh Ridgway, Section Eight is being directed by Christian Sesma (Pay Dirt) and produced by Brandon Burrows of Firebrand. There are times, in reading this, playing it and watching it, where there's almost something kind of adorable or corny. Your gift to Cumberland Heights through our annual and capital initiates gives immediate support to patients and their families. Even in his teens, his more dismal lyrics were at times a rollercoaster due to a recent breakup or other heartbreak. I like to say: We have very short memories. Aztec Theatre presented by Cricket Wireless - San Antonio. It embraces a lot of the darkness, but in such a heavy, romantic way.. It was touchy for a while, learning songs that were about me after watching me go through this for four years. Wherever I went to play, more and more people started showing up. Great fun and even therapeutic. Oh, it influenced it greatly. The actors Justin Theroux (left) and Woody Harrelson play G. Gordon Liddy and E. Howard Hunt in the new HBO miniseries White House Plumbers. After the show, Furstenfeld took time to meet his fans, shaking hands and signing posters, all with a smile on his face. Together, they have a daughter named Sayde Belle, born August 23, 2012. Furstenfeld led his first band called The Last Wish at only 15 years old, the age that he was officially diagnosed with depression. And in a way, maybe that gives you a chance to look at what's going on today and start to realize, "Wow, this has been going on much longer than I realized." Blue October frontman Justin Furstenfeld has had more than than his fair share of trials an tribulations over the past few years in the form of bitter divorce and an ongoing custody battle.. That can never happen again. I have gone through two lawyers that have both quit on me. This was finally the acts big break: they appeared on Late Night With Conan OBrien and The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, opened for the Rolling Stones and performed for thousands on more extensive tours. Amazing venue! Get all the latest news and tour dates from Blue Octobers official website located at www.blueoctober.com! She cried from the moment Justin hugged her to the second he left the stage. I think, unfortunately, this "true believer-ism" has been infecting politics really since Nixon. You know, we've all forgotten what shame is in politics. We are just about shared parenting and sharing time. ROCK THE BELLS FESTIVAL: Official Lineup Revealed For 2023 Queen Latifah, De La Soul, and More To Celebrate 50 Years of Hip-Hop! Staff Writer at University of Tennessee Daily Beacon, 75-day program at Cumberland Heights, a rehabilitation center in Nashville. Very alive.#BlueOctober#JustinFurstenfeld#SPIN#ADayInTheLife That has been the one light through this whole thing. 1000/10 would recommend you go see this show the next chance you get!! It is a shame that you have had to go through it but at least some good has come of it. My sobriety is my first priority, second is music, and she gets that. Our compassionate staff will help get you settled. I grew up listening to him sing about a man named Steven Biko and his role in the happenings in South Africa. On Thursday, Fox announced that it was cutting ties with the choleric Dan Bongino, a weekend host and frequent contributor who was basically a windup toy programmed to mouth-kiss Donald Trump . By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. How did that partnership come about and what has the experience been like for you? Former guitarist C.B. Dr. Sledge is a sought-after speaker in the industry, talking about the critical need to treat both the mind and body of those struggling with substance use disorder. By continuing past this page, you agree to our Terms of Use. And I think that's something that unfortunately infects just D.C. as a whole. The album was recorded live during Furstenfeld's one-man Open Book tour in January-February 2017 and was released November 24, 2017, on compact disc, vinyl, and digital download formats. Robin is an advocate for education and volunteers at Coopertown Elementary School. [7][8] His first musical memory was Roy Orbison's ballad "Crying". We were working with Steve Lillywhite on Approaching Normal. I was wondering why my wife wasnt coming down to stay at the lake house that I had set up for my family while I was doing the recording. I was being accused of things that were very illegal, like murder plots. A little aggressive, a little cocky. Girlfriend has been a huge fan of Justin's for over a decade so surprising her with a meet and greet and orchestra level tickets was a must. He bends and stretches and points to dozens of cross tattoos of all shapes, colors, and sizes, all . Pic is in post-production. Just being an artist that ends up ranting for no reason, I felt that we needed a co-producer to come in that was really good and that I could trust. All rights reserved. After a steady build outside Texas, the 2006 single "Hate Me" exploded at rock radio, ushering in a wave of talk-show appearances and globe-crossing concerts. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. The challenge from his wife and band came only a day apart but presented him with the same basic choice: either get help with his drinking and drug addiction or the relationships would be over. Name: Justin Furstenfeld, Phone number: (512) 392-4451, State: TX, City: San Marcos, Zip Code: 78666 and more information He walked us down the path that began his drug addiction, partying on tour every night in hotel rooms and bars. 8283 River Road Pike Nashville, TN 37209. They now live in Wimberley with their two children, daughter Sayde Belle and son Gunner. Romantic definitely! Can you tell us a little about that and how it affected the writing process for the album? However, dont waste your money on the Warrior room. The show premieres on May 1. Produced by Furstenfeld at his home-based Up/Down Studios in San Marcos, Texas,the new album is more romantic, art rock, he says, and should be finished by the end of January with a first single hitting in February or March. [15] Furstenfeld's original song "This is What I Live For" also played during film's opening credits. Next thing you know, people started gravitating toward it. It was just so sick. If you love Blue October like so many of their fans do, you will absolutely love this show. I was like, How does this keep happening? Michael McCormick of The American Coalition for Fathers and Children sat me down and explained to me exactly what was going on and exactly what we had to do. After 75 days of treatment, he returned home and was able to witness the birth of his daughter. [11], In August 2008, Furstenfeld toured with Stephenie Meyer, author of the Twilight series, in a sold-out four-city book/concert tour.[12]. [9], During his high school years at Houston's High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA), he formed the band The Last Wish, which he played in from the age of 13 until 1995. Justin Furstenfeld Meet & Greet Photos. Robin Cox is the Chief Financial Officer at Cumberland Heights, the Southeasts premier alcohol and drug addiction treatment center. Delightfully funny storyteller. My grandfather used to play guitar. During this time, he developed two pilot addiction programs in the Greater West Tennessee area. Mulroney is represented by Luber Roklin Entertainment and Paradigm Talent Agency and Furstenfeld by Rainmaker Artists. Furstenfelds troubles included addiction to drugs and alcohol, a painful divorce and a fierce child custody battle. I still dont know how to run a camera. Unpredictable yes. . Blue October's Justin Furstenfeld, far right, will host virtual parties on Thursday, May 21, to debut his band's documentary, "Get Back Up." . 1 of 21. He went through a 75-day program at Cumberland Heights, a rehabilitation center in Nashville, and found his faith there. Furstenfeld (who has put out nearly a dozen albums over the past 20 years) is currently on a one-man "Open Book" U.S. tour, where he combines an acoustic performance with personal stories of his mistakes, his victories, and second chances. It is exciting to have such a talented and dynamic actor like Dermot Mulroney joining our project. Unfortunately there are no concert dates for Justin Furstenfeld scheduled in 2023. This has led her to clinical explorations of somatic and spiritual healing of the things that wound us, as well as explorations of how the lived wisdom of the 12-step tradition informs and brings color to clinical education and experience. People can change: Justin Furstenfelds (of Blue October) unique approach to his book tour and his story of recovery. Most recently she served as the Human Resources Director at Parallon, one of the countrys largest revenue cycle partners, with more than 15,800 employees serving hospitals and physician practices. Justin Furstenfeld remembers how scared he was when he arrived in Nashville to get together with songwriter Chris Lindsey to write what became "Not Broken Anymore," one of the many revealing. Hes in a better place mentally, spiritually and musically and hopes the film and the music continue to help others in their struggle. Tags: Justin furstenfeld, musician, sobriety, Filed under: Addiction, Drug Use, Recovery. Here are five things you may not have known about him. I enjoy his music daily on getbackup.com, Spotify, Apple music, and/or YouTube. In late 2009, the band had to cancel their tour due to Furstenfeld suffering a severe anxiety attack. Still solidly on the path of recovery, Furstenfeld now lives near Austin, Texas with his wife, Sarah, and two children. Watch a day in the life of Blue October's Justin Furstenfeld, presented by SPIN. You still have dark things that happen in your life, and you embrace that with a sense of accomplishment. This is still going on? Ultimately, Get Back Up dives deep into mental illness, but finishes off with a message of encouragement and hopefulness that a support system can truly help anyone tear through and reach the other side of depression and addiction. Ive never done that before.. Nobody answers the door for you and they arent there when you get sued because you didnt pay her side of something just because she lied and said that you were supposed to. The first turmoil in my life was drugs and I lied to everyone around me. It's character and real world things that you just find so shocking and horrible. If youre struggling with addiction like Justin was, theres hope for you too. Actor Justin Theroux and director David Mandel speak with NPR's Leila Fadel about White House Plumbers. Singer/Guitarist Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October performs at Columbus Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on MAY 17, 2009. "I keep calling it a tragedy that makes you laugh.". In addition, Jay serves as Treasurer/Secretary of the Foundation of Recovery Science and Education. Open Book Winter Album is the second solo acoustic album by Blue October frontman, Justin Furstenfeld. She also looks at me and tells me, Calm your sh*t down, and go pick up the poo poo in the backyard!, Justin played without his brother Jeremy at his show at Stubbs last Friday night. I've already picked up my tickets for when he passes through Colorado. By: Mary Beth McCauley, Staff Writer at University of Tennessee Daily Beacon Feb 9, 2017 Updated Feb 13, 2017. He has been sober for four years now. Soundtrack: Step Up 3D. Who would you cite as your biggest musical influence and how have they helped to shape you as an artist? Dr. Sledge served on the board of directors for the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) and was among the first physicians to receive certification from them. Business Address (Business Development and Donors): Theroux and Mandel spoke to Morning Edition about what drew them to the series and how characters like Liddy paved the way for today's right-wing extremism. You can let go of all your inhibitions and be crazy, he says, of performing live. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. The audience sat quietly absorbing every detail and feeling every emotion as he told his story. I appreciate you saying that. The world needs more people like him! Obviously, Veep is a pure comedy with very written jokes.