When the Music Stopped: How Cardiac Arrest Sparked Guitarist’s Health

From Bedroom Guitar Hero to Stage Panic and How to Fix It

You’ve nailed the song a hundred times at home. Every chord clean, every lick smooth. Then you step on stage and suddenly your hands shake, your heart races, and everything unravels. This episode breaks down why that happens and, more importantly, how to fix it. Host Adrian Curran explains the psychology behind stage nerves, including the fight-or-flight response that hijacks your playing under pressure. You’ll learn how to practice like it’s live, train your brain with simple visualisation techniques, and reframe adrenaline so it works for you instead of against you. We also cover a practical stage-readiness checklist and the mindset shift that helps you recover smoothly from mistakes because confidence isn’t about perfection, it’s about preparation and connection. If you’re a guitarist who sounds great in the bedroom but struggles on stage, this episode gives you clear, usable tools to close that gap and actually enjoy performing again.

Play Without Pain: 9 Guitar Injuries You Can Prevent Today

Playing guitar should feel joyful — not painful. In this practical and eye-opening episode, host Adrian Curran breaks down the nine most common injuries that affect guitarists. From wrist tendonitis and carpal tunnel to shoulder strain, back pain, and hearing loss and shows you exactly how to prevent them. Whether you’re a weekend strummer or a touring pro, you’ll learn simple posture fixes, smarter warm-up habits, and recovery routines to keep your hands, shoulders, and ears in top condition. Adrian also shares lessons from his own experiences and what he’s learned from physios and fellow musicians about staying healthy, strong, and inspired. By the end, you’ll have a clear, sustainable system for pain-free playing that lasts a lifetime.

When the Music Stopped: How Cardiac Arrest Sparked Guitarist’s Health

In this opening episode of Guitarist’s Health, host Adrian Curran shares the powerful story behind the podcast and the life-changing moment that inspired it. After suffering a sudden cardiac arrest in April 2025, Adrian’s outlook on music, health, and purpose shifted forever. This episode sets the stage for a new kind of conversation about being a musician. One that looks beyond scales and solos to the person holding the guitar. Adrian explores how body, mind, and spirit shape our playing, our resilience, and our joy in music. Whether you’re performing on stage or strumming at home, this episode reminds you that your wellbeing is part of your sound.