Yay, Trey: Big Red Cleans Up His Act

Nearly every mention of Trey Anastasio’s name over the past year has been attached to negative news, so we’re glad to report some good red news.

The former Space Antelope co-founder — sorry, old habits die hard — shared the story of his rise and fall, as well as a brand new tune, with a group of recovering addicts in Schuylerville, NY just outside of Saratoga Springs a week ago. Trey’s three-hour master class was put together by Road Recovery, a non-profit organization devoted to educating young adults about the benefits of living sober.

Trey, who has passed every drug test he’s faced since starting his drug court program, shared the following insights on Road Recovery’s website: “Road Recovery is a beacon of light in a dark and confusing world. Addiction is so tricky and insidious and community is the cure. Road Recovery is all about community, a great organization with amazing programs. I’m so happy to be sober and grateful to be in the company of people getting the point early!”

We’re glad to see the Bad Lieutenant seemingly happy and healthy, trying to help other people fight their demons. Let’s hope Trey continues his recovery, as selfishly we’d like to see him play good music in public…sometime soon.

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