Brian "Head" Welch

Brian "Head" Welch is a musician, author and founding member of the nu metal band Korn, where he served as lead guitarist from 1993 to 2005 and again from 2013 to present. He is recognized for his distinctive guitar work and for being one of the pioneering forces in the nu metal genre during the 1990s. After leaving Korn in 2005 due to a spiritual awakening and to overcome drug addiction, Welch pursued a solo music career under the name "Head" and began writing books about his life experiences. His first book, "Save Me from Myself" (2007), detailed his struggles with addiction and his religious conversion to Christianity. Welch has since authored multiple books including "Washed by Blood" (2008) and "With My Eyes Wide Open" (2016), focusing on themes of faith, recovery, and his journey both in and out of Korn. His writing career runs parallel to his continued work as a musician, both with Korn and his side project Love and Death. Besides his musical and literary work, Welch is known for his public speaking engagements where he discusses addiction recovery, faith, and personal transformation. His story has been featured in the documentary "Holy Ghost" (2014) and "Loud Krazy Love" (2018), which chronicles his relationship with his daughter Jennea.

Readers appreciate Welch's raw honesty about his struggles with drug addiction, faith journey, and relationship with his daughter. His straightforward writing style and vulnerability resonate with fans who have faced similar challenges. Multiple reviewers note his books helped them through their own recovery. Readers dislike the repetitive nature of some passages and want more depth in certain sections. Some criticize his books as overly preachy or too focused on religious conversion. A few readers question the authenticity of his transformation story. Ratings: - Save Me From Myself (2007): 4.2/5 on Goodreads (6,800+ ratings), 4.7/5 on Amazon (500+ reviews) - Washed By Blood (2008): 4.3/5 on Goodreads (800+ ratings) - With My Eyes Wide Open (2016): 4.6/5 on Amazon (300+ reviews) Common reader comment: "His story gives hope to those struggling with addiction but the writing could be more polished."

Save Me from Myself (2007) A memoir detailing Welch's time in Korn, his battles with drug addiction, and his conversion to Christianity.

Washed by Blood (2008) A teen-focused adaptation of Save Me from Myself that covers similar themes while addressing a younger audience.

With My Eyes Wide Open (2016) Chronicles Welch's experiences after leaving Korn, focusing on his relationship with his daughter and his return to the band.

Dave Mustaine Heavy metal musician who wrote autobiography "Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir" about addiction, music career, and personal transformation. His story parallels Welch's journey through fame, substance abuse, and spiritual awakening.

Nikki Sixx Motley Crue bassist authored "The Heroin Diaries" chronicling his battle with drug addiction and recovery. His raw documentation of rock star excess and redemption shares themes with Welch's work.

Scott Stapp Creed frontman wrote "Sinner's Creed" about his Christian faith, music career, and overcoming substance abuse. His narrative combines elements of faith and recovery similar to Welch's books.

Alice Cooper Rock musician wrote "Golf Monster: A Rock 'n' Roller's Life and 12 Steps to Becoming a Golf Addict" about replacing addiction with positive pursuits. His perspective on maintaining sobriety while staying in music mirrors Welch's experience.

James McCartney Author of "Out of the Dark" details his journey through addiction and finding faith. His focus on spiritual transformation and recovery aligns with themes in Welch's books.