Harder to Breathe

A Memoir of Making Maroon 5, Losing It All, and Finding Recovery

De: Ryan Dusick

Narrado por: Ryan Dusick

In the nineties, Ryan Dusick and his friends Adam Levine and Jesse Carmichael dreamed about making it big . . . and against all odds, they did. This inside story recounts Maroon 5's founding and their road to becoming Grammy-winning megastars, told through the eyes of former drummer Ryan Dusick. He takes listeners behind the scenes of the band's meteoric rise to success—and the grueling demands that came with it—as well as his personal struggles with anxiety and addiction after his departure from the band.

For Maroon 5, fame came with a platinum debut record, jam sessions with Prince in his own living room, and encounters with celebrities such as Jessica Simpson, Justin Timberlake, John Mayer, and Bono. For Dusick, stardom came to an abrupt halt with the devastating loss of his ability to play drums due to chronic nerve damage.

Alongside Maroon 5's story of camaraderie and pressure, Dusick interweaves his own narrative: a decade lost to liquor and antianxiety medication, his ferocious commitment to recovery, and his current perspective as a professional counselor. With a candor that will speak to anyone who has struggled with mental health, Harder to Breathe moves beyond celebrity to examine the nature of human heartbreak and resilience, and to buoy anyone currently facing similar challenges.

©2022 R. Dusick Productions, Inc. (P)2023 HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books

Engaging and Insightful

Exceptional job narrating a very personal and difficult journey! Through many years of pain came wisdom and clarity that will inspire others.

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I find myself emotional after finishing this book. Ryan’s journey resonated with me, and would resonate with anyone who has suffered with anxiety, depression, addiction, and trouble finding self worth or purpose. I am left feeling inspired, and hopeful that it is never too late to find meaning and live an authentic life. Thank you for sharing your story- you have changed the trajectory of my life.

Such a wonderful story of hope

It’s so inspiring to be able to hear Ryan’s story, spreading hope to those who are struggling as well. So well written, I would definitely recommend!

Amazing book and Author! Absolutely resplendent Ryan Dusik!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

I absolutely loved this book! I selfishly originally looked for this book because of my insane love for Maroon 5. Quickly realized this book is so much more about Hope, mental health challenges and a way out. Ryan is extremely articulate and does such a beautiful job writing this book. He is funny and witty and I can see why everyone loves him that crosses his path. Thank you Ryan!
Gwendolyn Bode (Brenham, Texas)
You seem amazing and I am so proud of you!!!