John Michael Montgomery is back on the road after completing a month-long stay in a Nashville rehab facility. The country singer sought treatment for anxiety attacks and a sleep disorder. Montgomery blames his health issues on years of "roadin' and drinkin'" and on several injuries."I guess the last five years, having hip surgeries, leg surgeries, and a lot of the stress of touring, it just all added up," Mongomery told the Flint Journal. "I just felt lost. My brain wanted to go, but my body said no. It's like you wake up one day, and life slaps you in the face and says, 'You need to figure out where you're going here.' [Rehab] was a good break for me, a time to regroup."
Montgomery plans to release 'Time Flies' -- his first album on his own label -- on September 9.
Reader Comments(1 of 3)
graceat 7-01-2008
I wish Mr. Montgomery the best in his new life. Just remember when you get weak look up and Jesus will give you a hand in overcoming anything.
lisaat 7-01-2008
I think Mr. Montgomery did the right thing to regroup in the stressful life he has. Glad he made time for himself and back on what he wants to do. I wish him the best *always a fan of his music. I think hes awesome.*
Yolandaat 7-02-2008
Glad to hear that John Michael is out and doing better...I like his singing and his concerts are really good...Take care of yourself and keep up the good work
Loriat 7-01-2008
I have never heard of John Michael Montgomery...guess it is because I am not a country music fan. I do however wish him the best after his rehab stay. At least he had done something before it was too late.
maryeat 7-01-2008
''CONGRADULATIONS'' JOHN MICHAEL., YOU'RE GOING BE OKAY NOW, LOVE YOU.,
Roxanneat 7-01-2008
JMM you are awesome! I can't wait to get your new cd. Keep up the hard work!
Kyleat 7-01-2008
awesome..I like him..I'm glad he is "coming around"
Kyleat 7-01-2008
I like him..good for him
Sterlingat 7-01-2008
i've known john since 7th grade. he's a great guy that had a very hard time getting through high school. i wish him the best with drinking. i know his father and brother (Eddie) were alcoholics also. best of luck John and good luck with your new record!!
proudat 7-02-2008
grace is right when we have been brought to our knees we are the perfect position to pray! hope all is well with JMM and with the help of GOD he will be better than before
jasonat 7-02-2008
I'm wary of rehab stories these days. You look at 30, 40, or 50 years of musicians and celebrities that had the same or worse problems and made it without rehab. It seems like a publicity stunt these days. Maybe I would believe it under different circumstances, but rehab for stress and a midlife crisis, TWO MONTHS before his new album is released smells like BULLS**T to me.
KentuckyWomanat 7-02-2008
You will be allright Johm Michael Montgomery. Put your trust and faith in the Lord's hands and he will give you the strenght to carry on.
jzat 7-02-2008
Yeah whatever.. you are not Amy Winehouse. Now that girl can party and writes better songs than you ever will.. Sure she will be dead within the next year or so but she will be remembered and you will be coming out of rehab...for the umpteenth time. They tried to send me to rehab. I said no, no , no.
Tammyat 7-02-2008
We love JMM and are great fans! We're so glad to know he is taking care of himself and getting back on his feet. We will be waiting anxiously for that new CD and to see him perform!
Aliat 7-02-2008
Hope you can feel the love man. The love from God and the love from this lady musician who has been there and done that. Those years in Pegasus, on the road, at the bars, always giving 100% sure took it's toll on me and my thoughts are with you now. Be strong and always know we are here for you. God Bless..hold on to your music for it not only is your art, it is the key that can free your soul. God Bless