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Text the show Sam is a keyboard player based in London. His credits include artists like Cleo Sol, Joy Crookes and Lianne La Havas. Amongst many other things we discussed enjoying pressure, discovering Jazz, and the never ending search for magic. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 2nd September 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest suggestions,...

Text the show 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 life changing discovery of Pat Martino. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 2nd September 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support...

Text the show 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 when on tour. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 19th August 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest ...

Text the show 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 joy, and playing to one’s strengths. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 14th August 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/suppor...

Text the show 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 clarity. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 12th August 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest suggesti...

Text the show 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 and downs of music college, and finding Nirvana (the band). I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any ques...

Text the show 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 right work/life balance. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 28th July 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any question...

Text the show 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 sports and music. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded May 14th 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest sugges...

Text the show 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 from Japan to Scotland as a teenager, falling in and out of love with music, and figuring out how to operate as an introvert in the industry. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded April 22nd 2025) Support the show Follow me on I...

Text the show 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 to learn more about his journey! Amongst many other things, we discussed having high standards for oneself, dealing with the various personalities that come with touring, and sobriety. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I d...

Text the show 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 the importance of therapy. One thing we DIDN’T talk about for whatever reason is the fact that Avi won a grammy for his participation on the Bob Marley film soundtrack. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded February 1...

Text the show 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 between sports and music as a youngster. We had a minor wifi issue late on, but we got it resolved. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded Feb 4th 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to s...

Text the show 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 day, the musicians and artists might be the only people you see on stage, but obviously, they’re not the only people putting the whole thing together. Moving forward, I’m hoping to speak to more people who work behind the scenes and make the show ...

Text the show 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 age, learning to play for the song, and being decisive in the moment. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 23rd Jan 2025) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https:...

Text the show 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 music, and music being who you are as well as what you do. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Recorded 19th December 2024 Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com...

Text the show 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 musician from a working class town, and learning from mistakes. Michael and I had met for the first time a few months before recording this episode, so having been on tour together for 6 weeks or so, it was nice to get to sit down and have a proper chat...

Text the show 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 Rakei gig out of the blue. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! Recorded 16th December 2024 Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions...

Text the show 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 when it's time. X Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com

Text the show 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, and thriving under pressure. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded June 10th 2024) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to support the show - https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058148/support Any questions or guest suggestions, ...

Text the show 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 to learn lots of music, and dealing with nerves. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Here we are, in session with LaDonna Young. (Recorded 20th may 2024) Support the show Follow me on Instagram - @nategroove Subscribe to...