Melissa Etheridge and Danny Trejo Spearhead Mobilize Recovery Bus Tour to Combat Addiction

Get ready to see some familiar faces rolling through your town this fall! Grammy-winning rockera Melissa Etheridge and Hollywood tough guy Danny Trejo are teaming up to lead the 2024 Mobilize Recovery Across America bus tour. This dynamic duo is on a mission to raise awareness about addiction and mental health issues while bringing communities together from coast to coast.

Etheridge, known for her powerful vocals and hits like “Come to My Window” and “I'm the Only One,” has been open about her own journey with addiction and recovery. She shared, “I've been through the darkness of addiction, and I know firsthand the importance of support and community in the recovery process. That's why I'm so passionate about this tour and the work Mobilize Recovery is doing.”

15 Cities, 2 Months, 1 Powerful Message

The star-studded tour kicks off in Los Angeles on September 20th and will make stops in 15 cities throughout September and October. At each destination, the Mobilize Recovery squad will host events focused on:

• Training sessions and listening forums
• Overdose response resources
• Collaborating with local policymakers and communities

Executive Director Ryan Hampton emphasized the vital role of community, stating, “Community is the cornerstone of the recovery movement. This tour will amplify the voices, experiences, and efforts of… local communities across the country who are at the forefront of America's addiction and mental health crisis.”

Trejo, who has become a beloved figure in the Latino community for his roles in films like “Machete” and “Desperado,” has also been candid about his struggles with addiction and his journey to sobriety. He explained, “I've been through some tough times, but I've also seen the power of recovery and the importance of giving back. I'm excited to be a part of this tour and to share my story with people across the country.”

A Rockin' Roster of Co-Chairs

Etheridge and Trejo aren't the only big names on board. The tour's co-chairs include:

• “American Idol” winner Noah Thompson
• Indie pop band Fitz and the Tantrums
• Former NBA player Chris Herren
• SAMHSA Administrator Dr. Miriam Delphin-Rittmon
• Meta VP of Trust and Safety Neil Potts
• Google Chief Health Officer Dr. Karen DeSalvo

With such an all-star lineup, you know this tour is going to be one for the books!

The Power of Representation

Having Latino icons like Danny Trejo and Melissa Etheridge at the forefront of this initiative is a powerful reminder of the importance of representation in the fight against addiction. By sharing their stories and using their platforms to raise awareness, they're showing that addiction can affect anyone, regardless of background or success, and that recovery is possible with the right support and resources.

As Trejo put it, “I want people to know that no matter where you come from or what you've been through, there's always hope. Recovery isn't easy, but it's worth it, and you don't have to do it alone.”

Get Involved and Stay Tuned

Want to join the movement? The tour's full itinerary and local events will be revealed on Mobilize Recovery's Facebook page on June 10th. You can also sign up for updates on their website at mobilizerecovery.org.

As Melissa Etheridge and Danny Trejo prepare to hit the road, one thing is clear: the Mobilize Recovery Across America 2024 tour is set to make a major impact. By shining a spotlight on addiction and mental health, this initiative aims to uplift, inspire, and create lasting change in communities nationwide.

So mark your calendars and get ready to mobilize, mi gente! Let's show the world that juntos, we can break the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health, and create a brighter future for all. Because as Etheridge reminds us, “We're all in this together, and together, we can make a difference.”