Just days after announcing a shock break-up, Slaves frontman Jonny Craig has revealed that he is struggling with addiction.
"I have continually gotten clean, and then fallen right back into the same ruts," the statement posted just hours ago on the band's Facebook reads.
"As most of you are aware…I have a problem: I am an addict. I have entered rehab twice. I have sought help multiple times. It just keeps happening. My choices and my struggles have cost me many things: relationships, loved ones, friends, bands, and much more. For letting any of you down, I’m truly sorry.
"This is an open letter to everyone to let you know I’m struggling. No excuses. I want you, the fans, to know that I’m doing my best to get through these current tours. I will try my best to stay clean and finish these. To help get me back on track I am going back on the medicine I was on for 4 years that helped me stay clean."
Craig went on to say that he plans to get help following a solo tour and European Slaves tour, "with select members".
"I know it’s not optimal for my health to be out on the road, but I really want to finish these tours for you guys," Craig writes.
It seems however, that Slaves might not be over for good, as Craig said he will "eventually" continue on with the band, alongside group bassist Colin Viera.
Read the full post below.
