Has two daughters. His first daughter, Blue, was born 2007 Second daughter, Sayde, born in around 2012/13. The songs "Jump Rope", "Blue Skies", and "Blue Does" from the 2009 album "Approaching Normal" were written for Blue.
Younger brother of Jeremy Furstenfeld.
Battles with Bipolar Disorder and depression.
Blue October's 2010 "Pick Up The Phone" tour was promoted to raise awareness about suicide prevention.