Rock artist Lzzy Hale from Halestorm speaks candidly about quitting alcohol, admitting to seeking refuge in unhealthy environments, saying, "I was searching for an escape in every incorrect space."
In a candid and revealing interview with Metal Hammer, Lzzy Hale, frontwoman of Halestorm, discusses her struggles with depression, alcohol use, and her new album "Everest".
Hale co-founded Halestorm with her brother Arejay in 1997 and has since become a powerhouse in the rock music industry. However, in December 2023, she made a life-changing decision to quit drinking alcohol after realizing that her drinking was transforming her into a person she did not want to become.
According to Hale, she found herself looking for an escape in all the wrong places, and continuing down that path could have damaged her relationships with her bandmates and herself. A turning point came when her partner, Halestorm guitarist Joe Hottinger, found her drunk and crying, having downed a bottle of Jägermeister.
Following her decision to stop drinking, Hale began confronting long-standing feelings of depression, which she has also spoken about publicly. The lyrics on "Everest" were written in the recording studio and discuss Hale's experiences of depression, toxic relationships, and her fears about how she'll be remembered after she dies.
Hale's candid lyricism on "Everest" reflects her desire to say things the way she feels them, rather than maintaining a pedestal as a role model. She spoke about her lyricism in a recent interview with Guitar.com, expressing her tiredness of the pedestal she had created and her readiness to be honest about her feelings.
The production of "Everest" was overseen by producer Dave Cobb, who has worked with artists such as Brandi Carlile and Chris Stapleton. The album was recorded in the studio during sessions overseen by Cobb.
Hale's interviews about "Everest", her experiences of drinking and depression, and touring with Iron Maiden are featured in the new issue of Hammer, which is available for order and will be delivered directly to your doorstep. In the issue, Hale also discusses touring with Iron Maiden, her experiences on the European tour before quitting alcohol, and more.
"Everest" was released last Friday, August 8, and has already received critical acclaim for its raw and honest lyrics. Fans of Halestorm and Hale's powerful vocals are sure to be moved by the album's introspective and personal themes.
For more information about "Everest" and Hale's journey with depression and alcohol, be sure to pick up the latest issue of Metal Hammer. Hale is the cover star of the issue and provides a unique and insightful look into her life and music.
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