Send us a text Today's guest is Lucas Sader. Lucas is a musical director, show programmer, session guitar player, and producer. His masterful execution of his instrument to help serve the artist's creative vision, has earned him a Grammy nomination, and collaborations with artists such as John Legend, Will Smith, and Jennifer Lopez. Lucas's emphasize on pre-production, and learning to translate the artist's inspiration into the sonic equivalent, is a rare talent that has helped him excel in sess...
Aug 15, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text Todays guest is Justin Schipper. Justin started his musical journey as a guitar player, and after moving to Nashville, found his path to becoming a leading session player through his unique approach to sounds and parts on the pedal steel. His multi-instrumentalist talents have landed him on the stage and in the studio with artists like Shania Twain, Florida Georgia Line, Billy Gibbons, Sam Hunt, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and countless others. His dedication to his craft has l...
Aug 02, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text Dave Cohen is an undisputed triple threat in the studio. As a keyboard player, songwriter, and producer, Dave has earned three ACM awards, two Music Row awards and has participated in over 100, #1 records. As a songwriter, his songs have been recorded by artists like Lady A, Joe Nichols, and Mckenzie Porter. Dave earned his seat at the tiny table of studio giants, through is ability to serve up fresh sounds, undeniable hooks, and a welcoming smile that makes every artist and produ...
Jul 04, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text This week's guest is Evan Hutchings. Evan is an A list studio drummer, songwriter, and producer. He is a 3 time ACM award nominee, two time Arkansas Drummer of the year winner, and has 10, #1 songs to his credit. As a producer and songwriter, he has had placements in shows like Grey's Anatomy, Impulse and Catfish. In addition to his work on sessions, Evan has also mastered the craft of remote overdubs from his home studio. His experience in discovering the spirit of songs through ...
Jun 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Jerry McPherson is a guitar strapped chameleon. He has spent decades lending his licks to a catalog of recording that have amassed more than 10 billion streams. Jerry has mastered navigating between Pop, Country, Rock, Christian, and we've yet to find a genre he can't bring some magic to. As a musician that found his voice by first studying the greats that came before him, he is passionate about paying that knowledge forward to accelerate the career path of the next generation! Su...
Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Todays guest is Danny Rader. Danny is prominent, multi-instrumentalist studio musician, songwriter, and producer. He is three time ACM award winner, the 2021 music director for the CMA awards, and his pickin' has been featured on over sixty, number 1 records! With a unique ability to straddle the line between side man and studio musician through his career, Danny has toured with artists like Keith Urban, Jason Aldean, and Kenny Chesney. Danny has mastered an insane range of instru...
May 25, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text Welcome to the studio musician academy podcast. Todays guest is Rob McNelley. If a six string and a Swiss army knife had a baby, they’d call him Rob. While so many musicians have had to make a clear career choice between touring and studio work, Rob has managed to break the mold, and follow the opportunities that are most inspiring to him, regardless of category. Rob has toured with artists like Delbert McClinton and Bob Seger, while remaining one of the most in demand session gui...
May 09, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text This weeks guest is David Dorn. David is a first call session keyboard player, producer, songwriter, and studio owner. He is a four time ACM award nominee and has played on countless Grammy award winning records. The songs that have been blessed with his gift have amassed over 4 billion streams. As a producer, he has landed many songs in film and TV as well. In our experience working together, Dave has always brought a positive energy and relentless commitment to chasing down the ...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text Welcome to the studio musician academy podcast! Today's guest is Miles Mcpherson. Miles is a top call studio Drummer, audio engineer by necessity, a macro enthusiast, and an all around crazy wonderful mother f$#%er. He is a 2 time ACM award winner, Modern Drummer award nominee, and has 19 #1 records in which he hit things on. He's participated in records that have been streamed over 4 billion times! On the live side, he has toured with Kelly Clarkson and Paramore. In addition to h...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
