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...

Matt is a drummer based in Birmingham. His credits include artists like Raye, Nicole Scherzinger, Meghan Trainor and Little Mix.Amongst many other things, we discussed falling in and out of love with t...

Aaron is a guitar player based in London.His credits include artist like Aitch, Calum Scott, Becky Hill, and Ellie Goulding.Amongst many other things, we discussed great teachers, putting pressure on oneself, and the importance of...

Ella is a guitar played based in Western Massachusetts.Her credits include artists like Silk Sonic, Erykah Badu, Common, and Jill Scott.Amongst many other things, we discussed growing up through the grung...

Phil is a bass played based in London. His credits include artists like Barbara Thompson, Lewis Taylor, Steve Hackett, and Leo Sayer.Amongst many other things, we discussed the physical aspects of playing, worrying more with ...

Oli is a piano and keyboard player based in London. His credits include artists like Carly Simon, John Mayer, Gregory Porter, and Louis Cole.Amongst many other things, we discussed finding like minded people, the necessary developmental ...

Dale is a bass player based between London and Coventry. His credits include artists like Amy Winehouse, Emeli Sandé, Paul Young, and Macy Gray.Amongst many other things, we discussed Dale’s relationship with singing, embracing...

Milton is a guitar player based in Surrey. His credits include artists like Take That, Robert Palmer, Mick Jagger, and Bryan Adams.Amongst many other things, we discussed discovering Elvis and The Beatles, the benefits of not thinking to...