Justin Furstenfeld is an American musician, songwriter, author, and artist. He is best known as the lead singer, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter for the alternative rock band Blue October. Furstenfeld has released five solo albums, all of which charted on the Billboard 200 chart. He has also written several books, including his best-selling autobiography, "Crazy Making: Inside the Music and Mind of Blue October". Furstenfeld is highly sought after as a poet and visual artist and has been praised for his artistry and creativity. His latest endeavor is an indie-rock band called Bird of Prey. Furstenfeld’s music carries a personal and raw quality reflecting years of his own battle with mental illness and addiction. He is a strong advocate for self-care and healing and his art is an ongoing exploration of these themes.