Charlie is a guitar player based in London. His credits include artists like Tom Misch, Incognito and Jarrod Lawson.Amongst many other things we discussed reading music, dealing with not getting an ideal gig, and Charlie’s li...

Sofie is a singer based in Wolverhampton.Her credits include artists like Ellie Goulding, Beverley Knight and Gary Barlow.Amongst many other things we discussed being a talented athlete, being fearless and missing out on real life...

Paul is a drummer based in London. His credits include artists like Anastacia, Rufus Wainright and is a member of the band The Feeling. Amongst many other things we discussed life in a successful band, the importance of maintaining ...

Jordan is a drummer based in Brooklyn.His credits include artists like Maggie Rogers, Theo Katzman and Cory Wong.Amongst many other things we discussed amazing teachers, the Buddy Rich Memorial scholarship concert, and moments of ...

Phil is a front of house engineer based in Brighton. His credits include artists like Royal Blood, You Me at Six and Travis.Amongst many other things, we discussed  the transition from drummer to sound engineer, the ups ...

Nick is a guitar player based in London. His credits include artists like Natalie Imbruglia, Scouting For Girls and The Script. Amongst many other things, we discussed the importance of great teachers, auditions, and finding the rig...

Desri is a singer based in London.Her credits include artists like Rag n Bone Man, Paolo Nutini, Ellie Goulding and The 1975.Amongst many other things, we discussed being shy in the industry, Brit school, and choosing between spor...

Clare is a keyboard player and singer based between London, Scotland and Japan.Her credits include artists like Harry Styles, Pet Shop Boys, Kae Tempest, and KT Tunstall. Amongst many other things, we discussed Clare’s move f...

Matt is a guitar tech based in Manchester. He’s toured with artists like Take That, Queen, Royal Blood and Mumford and Sons. I met Matt for the first time in 2024. We got to hang out a bit, and having him on the pod was a great way ...

Avishai is a drummer based in New York. His credits include artists like Charlie Puth, Daniel Caesar and Maggie Rogers. Amongst many other things, we discussed his upbringing in Israel, how Jazz became a big part of his life, and th...

Eric is a drummer based in LA. His credits include artists like Benson Boone, Hailee Steinfeld and Nicky Youre.Amongst many other things, we discussed being present as much as possible, diversifying as a freelance musician, and choosing ...

Slightly different episode today. As you know, I started this podcast as a way to shine a light on the wonderful session musicians that help make our favourite artists sounds good on a show day, or recording date and whatnot.On a show da...

Alex is a drummer based between London and Milan. His credits include artists like Niall Horan, Isaac Gracie, James Morrison and JP Cooper.Amongst many other things, we discussed leaning towards drummers with amazing feel from a young ag...

Sterling is a drummer based in LA.His credits include artists like Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, Niki and Natasha Bedingfield.Amongst many other things, we discussed the importance of following your passion, the benefits of thera...

Sophie is a multi instrumentalist based in London.Her credits include artists like Dua Lipa, Self Esteem, SOAK, and Tom Grennan.Amongst many other things, we discussed being present between tours, the joy of performing difficult m...

Michael is a guitarist based in London.His credits include artists like Louis Tomlinson, Take That, Lewis Capaldi and Amber Run.Amongst many other things, we discussed the importance of understanding sound creation, being a pro mu...

Flo is a bass player based in London.Her credits include artists like Jordan Rakei, Alfa Mist and Benjamin Croft.Amongst many other things we discussed growing up in a musical family, learning about synths, and getting the Jordan ...

Taking a break from the pod for a bit, so here's every Nate's Eight from series 2. THANK YOU for listening and rating/reviewing. Means a lot.Massive THANK YOU to all the wonderful guests too.See you for series 3 w...

Gabi is a drummer based in Worthing. Her credits include artists like Declan McKenna, Perrie, and The 1975.Amongst many other things we discussed discovering the drums, playing in an indie band, an...

Today’s guest is LaDonna Young. Ladonna is a singer based in Birmingham. Her credits include artists like Sam Smith, Emeli Sandé, Cleo Sol and Little Sims.Amongst many other things we discussed playing double bass, singing at church, how...

Bryn is a keyboard player based in LA.Her credits include artists like Jacob Collier, Maggie Rogers, Olivia Rodrigo, and Yungblud.Amongst many other things, we discussed a neuro science degree, evoking emotions through music, bein...

Jim is a sax player based in London.His credits include artists like Leona Lewis, Kylie Minogue, Gary Barlow, and Rick Astley.Amongst many other things, we discussed not fitting in, how being a producer c...

Before we get to today’s guest, I just want to apologise for my coughing during the chat. I was recovering from some crazy illness when we recorded, so I hope it doesn’t take away from what was a wonderful conversation.Elli...

Donavan is a drummer based near Birmingham. His credits include artists like Take That,  Sam Smith, Annie Lennox, and Jessie J.Amongst many other things, we discussed growing up in a musical family, the importance of lea...

Charlie is a guitar player based in North Carolina. His credits include artists like D’Angelo, John Mayer, Frank Ocean and Norah Jones. Amongst many other things, we discussed growing up in California, the benefits of unusual guitar...