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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 15/01/2026

Today we remember and celebrate the Kancler brothers on their birthday. 🕊️🤍 #RSSSP #griefsky #sobersky #twinloss Marc Kancler: 1.15.74 - 11.29.17 Kris Kancler: 1.15.74 - 8.25.23 rockstarsuperstarproject.org

Photo (2011) of Marc and Kris Kancler aka Rock Star and Super Star, respectively.

Marc Kancler: 1.15.74 - 11.29.17
Kris Kancler: 1.15.74 - 8.25.23

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 16/10/2025

For my best friend. Your words keep living on. I love you, Kris. I miss you. 💛 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSS #grief #loss @rockstarsuperstarproject.org

“Happiness is Our Essence - Kris Kancler a.k.a Super Star” (2025) Silver and gold artwork displaying this aforementioned quote / title by Courtney Lee Designs. Full caption below:

“Happiness is our essence" - Kris Kancler 💛

Kris, you brought so much joy into my life. It’s still so difficult to not sit and wallow in my grief; sometimes, I still feel guilty for being happy because you aren’t here to share it with. My memories of you are some of my most cherished possessions that no one can take from me. That gives me comfort. ❤️‍🩹 It has been over two years already since you passed, and that void in space and time has allowed your mission to become my mission…however slow and quiet of a process it has been. Your positive, encouraging, loving essence lives on in me. I want to live a life that you can be proud of, and to know that your legacy continues to offer happiness to others. 💛

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 30/08/2025

From my birthday last weekend: a personal journey of grief while walking through the House of Guitars. 💛 Read the alt text for more 💛 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #ROC #rochesterny #RSSS #grief #loss #artsky

A photo collage (2025) by Courtney Lee Designs. Full caption below:

“The best birthday gift I could have ever given to myself:

On Sunday, August 24th… I visited Rochester’s renowned The House of Guitars for the first time in over twenty years. It’s my first time ever walking through it in its entirety. As awesome of an experience as walking through that venue is all by itself…I went there with a mission. I set out to find the signatures of my best friend Kris and his twin brother Marc, which they inscribed back in 2011.

My birthday is forever marked now as the day before the anniversary of Kris’ death…and I continue to remember him, honor him, and speak of him every chance that I can. It was a calling to seek out his and Marc’s handwriting – their legacy of Rockstar Superstar Project – forever etched in the walls of the House of Guitars, amongst their many musical heroes and countless other legends of the music industry.

I was so overwhelmed with simultaneous grief and joy when I stumbled across their names amongst the HUNDREDS of others. I cried (as you can see from my photo)…and my heart still hurts so much… but it is also filled with so much love.

I miss you, Kris. You and Marc are still here. Thank you for helping me to continue keeping my own fire lit in your stead. ❤️‍🩹

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“Rockstar Superstar Project: Handwritten – Version 1" (2025) by Courtney Lee Designs. Full caption below:

“The best birthday gift I could have ever given to myself:

On Sunday, August 24th… I visited Rochester’s renowned The House of Guitars for the first time in over twenty years. It’s my first time ever walking through it in its entirety. As awesome of an experience as walking through that venue is all by itself…I went there with a mission. I set out to find the signatures of my best friend Kris and his twin brother Marc, which they inscribed back in 2011.

My birthday is forever marked now as the day before the anniversary of Kris’ death…and I continue to remember him, honor him, and speak of him every chance that I can. It was a calling to seek out his and Marc’s handwriting – their legacy of Rockstar Superstar Project – forever etched in the walls of the House of Guitars, amongst their many musical heroes and countless other legends of the music industry.

I was so overwhelmed with simultaneous grief and joy when I stumbled across their names amongst the HUNDREDS of others. I cried (as you can see from my photo)…and my heart still hurts so much… but it is also filled with so much love.

I miss you, Kris. You and Marc are still here. Thank you for helping me to continue keeping my own fire lit in your stead. ❤️‍🩹

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“Rockstar Superstar Project: Handwritten – Version 2" (2025) by Courtney Lee Designs. Full caption below:

“The best birthday gift I could have ever given to myself:

On Sunday, August 24th… I visited Rochester’s renowned The House of Guitars for the first time in over twenty years. It’s my first time ever walking through it in its entirety. As awesome of an experience as walking through that venue is all by itself…I went there with a mission. I set out to find the signatures of my best friend Kris and his twin brother Marc, which they inscribed back in 2011.

My birthday is forever marked now as the day before the anniversary of Kris’ death…and I continue to remember him, honor him, and speak of him every chance that I can. It was a calling to seek out his and Marc’s handwriting – their legacy of Rockstar Superstar Project – forever etched in the walls of the House of Guitars, amongst their many musical heroes and countless other legends of the music industry.

I was so overwhelmed with simultaneous grief and joy when I stumbled across their names amongst the HUNDREDS of others. I cried (as you can see from my photo)…and my heart still hurts so much… but it is also filled with so much love.

I miss you, Kris. You and Marc are still here. Thank you for helping me to continue keeping my own fire lit in your stead. ❤️‍🩹

rockstarsuperstarproject.org”

“RSSS Legacy 2.0" (2025) by Courtney Lee Designs. Full caption below:

“The best birthday gift I could have ever given to myself:

On Sunday, August 24th… I visited Rochester’s renowned The House of Guitars for the first time in over twenty years. It’s my first time ever walking through it in its entirety. As awesome of an experience as walking through that venue is all by itself…I went there with a mission. I set out to find the signatures of my best friend Kris and his twin brother Marc, which they inscribed back in 2011.

My birthday is forever marked now as the day before the anniversary of Kris’ death…and I continue to remember him, honor him, and speak of him every chance that I can. It was a calling to seek out his and Marc’s handwriting – their legacy of Rockstar Superstar Project – forever etched in the walls of the House of Guitars, amongst their many musical heroes and countless other legends of the music industry.

I was so overwhelmed with simultaneous grief and joy when I stumbled across their names amongst the HUNDREDS of others. I cried (as you can see from my photo)…and my heart still hurts so much… but it is also filled with so much love.

I miss you, Kris. You and Marc are still here. Thank you for helping me to continue keeping my own fire lit in your stead. ❤️‍🩹

rockstarsuperstarproject.org”

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 25/08/2025

Well. It’s officially been two years since my best friend left this planet. An anniversary that I wish didn’t exist. The heartbreak will never heal. I miss him more than words can ever say. I need him back. I love you. 💛 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSS #grief @rockstarsuperstarproject.org

“Kris” (2025) by Courtney Lee Designs. A portrait of her best friend Kris (legally named Super Star), shared on the two-year anniversary of his passing.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 12/08/2025

Like and comment on this post if you’d be interested in any of the tentative product designs - pictured here - that @courtneyleedesigns.com and @metjoy1013.bsky.social have been working on so diligently. ✨⭐️ #RSSS #CourtneyLeeDesigns #artsky #logodesign #MentalHealthMatters

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 02/06/2025

Happy Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈 You are all SUPER STARS 🌈⭐️ 💫💛 #RSSSP #PrideMonth2025

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 25/05/2025

I wish you were still here, accomplishing your life mission to make this world a better place. You lit a fire in me that I didn’t know I had. I love & miss you so much, & I wish you could hear me tell you that. 💔 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSSP #sobersky #artsky #grief @rockstarsuperstarproject.org

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 16/05/2025

Feeling encouraged by all of the interest in honoring these incredible twin brothers, & breathing new life into Rockstar Superstar Project. 💫⭐️✨ #RSSSP

Orange and gold sparkly banner (2025) that reads: “Stay tuned…RSSS Legacy 2.0”. Artwork by Courtney Lee Designs.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 17/04/2025

We’ve been quiet on Bluesky for awhile, but I promise it’s for a good reason. 🤍 Behind-the-scenes, things are unfolding as they are meant to. For Super Star & for Rock Star…both gone far too soon…but their memories are being kept alive. Stay tuned for updates. 🤍 #RSSSP #CourtneyLeeDesigns #sobersky

“Stay Tuned…RSSS Legacy 2.0” (2025) A black and silver banner by Courtney Lee Designs. Teaser artwork for this new chapter of Rockstar Superstar Project.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 06/03/2025

“…to my brother, Rock Star – you were the beacon of light that helped lead me out of the darkness…You are the ‘Rock’ and I am the ‘Roll’ in this freight train express to a blissful existence.” – Super Star (2011) ❤️‍🩹 #RSSSP #serenity #sobriety #sobersky #recovery #twinbrothers

A photograph (date unknown) of twin brothers Rock Star (left) and Super Star (right).

“…to my brother, Rock Star – you were the beacon of light that helped lead me out of the darkness…You are the ‘Rock’ and I am the ‘Roll’ in this freight train express to a blissful existence.”

This excerpt was written by Super Star in the opening acknowledgments section of his autobiographical book titled, “The First 30 Days To Serenity: The Essential Guide to Staying Sober”, published in 2011.

Rock Star passed away in November 2017, and Super Star passed away in August 2023.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 05/03/2025

Rock Star & Super Star shared their anthems of sobriety with their album titled “Serenity". This album includes 12 original songs, with Super Star on drums, & Rock Star on guitar. Other talents included members of Savatage, TSO, KISS, Meat Loaf, Quiet Riot, RATT, & more. #RSSSP #sobersky #recovery

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Rock Star and Super Star (yes, those are their legal names!): twin brothers that were dedicated to a life of helping younger generations through the struggles surrounding mental health, addiction & so...

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 09/02/2025

What tools / resources, & newfound mindsets have helped you on your journey to recovery & sobriety? #RSSSP #sobersky #recoveryposse

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 20/12/2024

"Go against the grain, always…all the people that tell you it’s impossible are the ones who failed.” - Rock Star (2012) 🤘🎸💫 #RSSSP #sobersky #serenity #rockmusic #guitarist #musicsky #inspiration #portraitart Artwork by: @courtneyleedesigns.com in December 2023. rockstarsuperstarproject.org

"Rock Star" (2023) by Courtney Lee Designs. A digital portrait memorializing Rock Star (Marc Kancler). Rock Star worked with his twin brother, Super Star (Kris Kancler), and became the founders of Rockstar Superstar Project. Rock Star was a prolific guitarist. These twin brothers worked alongside many famous musicians, as well as experts in the industries of substance use disorder and mental health, to spread awareness in many creative ways about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. They both strongly advocated others to lead a life of sobriety, and what they coined as “dream-catching” - encouraging their youthful audiences to chase their dreams. Rock Star passed away in November 2017. Super Star and Courtney became close friends and worked together on various design projects, starting in 2018. Super Star expressed his desire to return to his work with Rockstar Superstar Project. Super Star could never fulfill this goal, as he also passed away in August 2023. Courtney Lee Designs continues to use her own platform, as well as this RSSSP Bluesky account, to share the stories of Rock Star, Super Star, and RSSSP. She continues to make art and pursue other professional endeavors that will help continue their legacy.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 19/12/2024

“Always love, always encourage, & never let despair get in the way” - Super Star 💫 ⭐️✨💛 #RSSSP #sobersky #sobriety #recoveryposse #inspiration #portraitart Artwork by: @courtneyleedesigns.com in December 2023. rockstarsuperstarproject.org

“Super Star” (2023) by Courtney Lee Designs. A digital portrait memorializing Courtney’s best friend Super Star (Kris Kancler). Super Star was the founder of Rockstar Superstar Project. He was a sobriety coach, keynote speaker, radio show host, author, songwriter, and drummer. He worked closely with his twin brother Rock Star (Marc Kancler), famous musicians, and experts in the industries of substance use disorder and mental health, to spread awareness in many creative ways about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. He was an advocate for sobriety, sharing his personal journey through his addiction and recovery. He continued spreading his positive message actively on social media. He was transparent in also sharing the struggles of grieving the loss of Rock Star in 2017, finding support especially amongst other twins who shared his experience. Super Star and Courtney worked together on various design projects, starting in 2018, and Super Star expressed his desire to return to his work with Rockstar Superstar Project. He was never able to see that dream become a reality again. He passed away in August 2023. Courtney Lee Designs continues to use her own platform, as well as this RSSSP Bluesky account, to share the stories of Super Star, his twin brother, and RSSSP. She continues to make art and pursue other professional endeavors that will help continue their legacy.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 27/01/2025

Find solace in healing your body, mind, & soul. Discover your safe spaces. Books. Museums. Dance. Music. Nature. Exercise. Writing. Scrapbooking. Art. The possibilities are endless. Be expressive. Be your own peace & prioritize your sober journey. ❤️‍🩹 #RSSSP #sobersky #recovery #MentalHealthAwareness

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 15/01/2025

Happy birthday to these two extraordinary men. ❤️‍🩹 Their lives, & their impact on this planet will never be forgotten. That is a promise I forever intend to keep. 🕊️✨💫 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSSP ❤️‍🩹 @rockstarsuperstarproject.org

A dual digital photo collage created by Courtney Lee Designs, created in the later months of 2024. This is a memorializing art piece for twin brothers Rock Star and Super Star (yes, those were their legal names). Super Star was Courtney's best friend. She continues to share their stories and her artwork designed in their honor.

Marc Kancler (Rock Star): 1.15.74 - 11.29.17
Kris Kancler (Super Star): 1.15.74 - 8.25.23

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 13/01/2025

I miss my best friend Super Star so much. 💔❤️‍🩹🕊️ He is the whole reason that the shown 2020 portrait of Gene Simmons ever happened, due to his lifelong love of KISS. This new piece features Paul Stanley, in a similar style. #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSSP #artsky #musicsky @rockstarsuperstarproject.org

“I Love It Loud” (2020 vs. 2025) KISS fan art by Courtney Lee Designs. At the start of the COVID shutdown in March 2020, Courtney asked her online following to help her find inspiration for new art, through music. Her best friend Super Star was well-known for being one of the biggest fans of KISS, along with his twin brother Rock Star. So naturally, Super eagerly suggested their song, “I Love It Loud". The two-dimensional digital Gene Simmons portrait shown in the bottom left corner of this image was the result. He is front-facing, making his iconic facial expression with his tongue sticking out, dressed in full stage makeup and attire. It has a grungy, painterly texture, with a colorful background inspired by the illumination of stage lighting. For Courtney to have her best friend’s input and inspiration as the sole reason that that piece ever came to fruition, is enough for it to hold its own sentimental meaning to her, even almost five years later. She wanted to revisit that concept now in January 2025, out of curiosity for the new approaches she could take to the project, as well as out of missing Super so much everyday. This latest iteration features Paul Stanley in full makeup, in the same two-dimensional illustrative style with bold, thick black ink outlines. The color palette is a simple black, red, and white, with minimal use of cool gray tones.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 10/01/2025

Thousands of acres that encompass entire communities, historic landmarks, & local wildlife are all being decimated by the fires that continue to spread throughout Los Angeles. Words can’t embody the heartbreak felt for everyone affected, especially for the residents & emergency responders. 💔 #RSSSP

Photograph of Rock Star in the Hollywood Hills, with the iconic Hollywood sign in the background (photographer and date unknown). Rock Star called California his home for several years, residing in the Malibu area.

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 04/01/2025

From early August 2024, & through the rest of the year, I tested my custom @rockstarsuperstarproject.org logo / art on sample tees & hoodies. It’s little steps in sharing my best friend’s legacy. 💛 Stay tuned. rockstarsuperstarproject.org ⭐️🕊️♾️ #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSSP #digitalartist #graphicdesign

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 30/12/2024

The holidays can be an exceptionally difficult time to focus on & maintain your sobriety. How are you spending your sober New Year’s Eve? What are your resolutions for 2025? #RSSSP #sobersky #recoveryposse

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 28/12/2024

Christmas Day was the 16-month anniversary of my best friend‘s passing. These prints show a few of many, many works I’ve created over these 16 months, in memory of Super Star & his twin brother Rock Star. @rockstarsuperstarproject.org 💫🤍🕊️ #CourtneyLeeDesigns #grief #loss #RSSSP #sobersky #artsky

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 26/12/2024

Christmas Day was the 16-month anniversary of Super Star’s passing. The second Christmas without him. This is a space to honor his memory, and the legacy he & his twin brother left behind. 🫶🕊️💫 #RSSSP

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 20/12/2024

Super Star did an interview with Rochester’s own @13wham.bsky.social in 2011, discussing Rockstar Superstar Project, & his then-ongoing “Rockin’ Recovery Tour” with his twin brother. He also talks about his book & album. #RSSSP #sobriety #serenity #sobersky #ROC #rochesterny #throwbackthursday

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT - Super Star's talks sobriety on the ABC affiliate CW/WHAM

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 14/12/2024

“A master of the strings, a legend of legends, and one hell of a friend.” - Super Star (2020) 🤘🎶 #RSSSP #Serenity #TSO #transsiberianorchestra

Photograph (date unknown) of Super Star with his close friend, Chris Caffery. Chris Caffery is the guitarist in several bands, including Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Savatage. He also worked closely with Super Star and his twin brother Rock Star on their album titled "Serenity", released in 2011.

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Courtney Lee Designs @courtneyleedesigns.com · 27/11/2024

Super Star adored this logo so much, & told me how his brother would have loved it. I'll never forget the look on his face when he saw the original design for the first time. My life - & our friendship - forever changed that day. I miss him so, so much. 💔 #CourtneyLeeDesigns #RSSSP #ROC #rochesterny

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 09/12/2024

Surround yourself with people that support you, but also hold you accountable. There is no space for enablers or toxicity. Falling back into familiar communities & patterns of behavior serve no other purpose than to trigger & tempt you to relapse. PRIORITIZE your sobriety. #RSSSP #sobersky #recovery

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 08/12/2024

“My brother & I changed our names legally to Rock Star & Super Star to inspire others to feel like a one.” - Super Star (2018) ⭐️ #RSSSP #rockstarsuperstarproject #serenity #sobriety #sobersky #addiction #recovery #recoveryposse #mentalhealthmatters #inspiration rockstarsuperstarproject.org

Photograph dated from approximately 2009 of twin brothers Super Star (left) and Rock Star (right). They’re wearing black tees that bear their individual logos.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 04/12/2024

Music is a wonderful healer - a source of great connections & introspections. What music / bands inspire you in your journey to get (& stay) sober? What songs have held special significance in helping you through your recovery? 🎶❤️‍🩹 #RSSSP #community #recoveryposse #sobersky #musicsky #promosky

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 03/12/2024

"...drug addiction is a complex disease, & quitting usually takes more than good intentions or a strong will. Drugs change the brain in ways that make quitting hard, even for those who want to" (NIDA). #RSSSP #addiction #awareness #sobersky #sobriety #recovery

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From the lab to the community, NIDA-supported research aims to better understand drug use, addiction, and their effects.

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 03/12/2024

Super Star specialized in spreading awareness about substance use disorder with his #RSSSP initiative. He travelled across the country, authored a book, & created music that authentically told of his journey through addiction, & prioritizing his sobriety. 💫 #sobersky #drugabuse #recoveryposse #ROC

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 01/12/2024

“Thank you, Super Star, for so openly sharing your struggles, & more importantly…for your relentless & passionate dedication to changing the public understanding of addiction & recovery.” - Robert J. Lindsey, President & CEO of NCADD (2006-2013). #RSSSP #Serenity #substanceusedisorder #recovery

A close-up photograph of the “Forward” page of Super Star’s book, “The First 30 Days To Serenity: The Essential Guide To Staying Sober”, published in 2011. The forward was written by Robert J. Lindsey: former (2006 - 2013) President and CEO of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD).

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ROCKSTAR SUPERSTAR PROJECT @rockstarsuperstarproject.org · 01/12/2024

If you enjoy bands such as KISS, Savatage, RATT, Goo Goo Dolls, etc…stick around! You’ll want to learn about how #RSSSP had the honor of working with a totally star-studded group of incredible musicians. Absolute LEGENDS. 🤘🎶🎸🥁💫 #serenity #rockstarsuperstarproject #rockmusic #ROC #rochesterny

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