Published by Nate Williams
An insight in to the world of the session musician. Nate Williams chats with some of the finest session players in the business to see how they got in to the freelance musician world, and what makes them tick.
Listen on Apple PodcastsText the show Ashton is a keys player and MD based near London. His credits include artists like Ed Sheeran, Anne Marie and Mabel. Amongst many other things we discussed his experience at Brit School, balancing lots of different gigs, and Michael Jackson. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! Here we are - in session with Ashton Miranda. (Recorded 20th May 2026) 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 Sandy is a bass played based in London. His credits include artists like One Direction, Wheatus, Mabel and Clean Bandit. Amongst many other things we discussed the power of saying yes to everything early on, the One Direction audition process and Depping on a gig with 24 hours notice. **We had some sound issues for the first ten minutes or so, but it does get resolved, so apologies for the first bit, but stick with it, as it does get cleared up!** I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. Here we are, in session with - Sandy Beales (Recorded 6th May 2026) 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 Dayna is a bass player based in London. His credits include artists like Dave, Jessie J and Five. Amongst many other things we discussed growing up playing in church, touring from a young age, and becoming an MD. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! Here we are in session with - Dayna Fisher. Recorded 7th April 2026 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 Tor is a singer based near London Her credits include artists like Years and Years, Michael Ball, and James Morrison. Amongst many other things, we discussed musical theatre, auditions, and spending a year working as cabin crew. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded April 2nd 2026) 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 Dani is a keyboard player based in LA. Her credits include artists like Katy Perry, Niall Horan and Demi Lovato Being the true professional that I am, I had forgotten that earlier in the day, I'd engaged a 10db pad on my mic and forgot to turn it off before my chat with Dani. I’ve done my best to bring my voice up, so apologies for any audio police listening. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded March 23rd 2026) 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 Joel is a drummer based in London. His credits include artists Olivia Dean, Rae Morris and Fabiana Palladino Amongst many other things we discussed finding music at church, Jazz college, and growing with an artist. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded 4th March 2026) 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 Ash is a drummer based in Norfolk. His credits include artists like Adele, Trevor Horn, Tori Amos and Robbie Williams. Amongst many other things we discussed finding Jazz early on, having Pino Palladino as a neighbour, and using instagram as a professional tool. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 4th December 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
Text the show Lewis is a drummer based in Nashville. His credits include artists like Alabama Shakes, Keith Urban, and Michael Kiwanuka. Amongst many other things we discussed finding jazz early on, moving to Nashville, and reducing the gap between what you think you sound like, and what you actually sound like. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 26th November 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
Text the show Before we get to today’s guest, I want to apologise for a few sound issues. For some reason, the sound on my end was suuuuper quiet, so I’ve had to do some pretty heavy handed processing to get everything close to level. There were also a couple of moments of slightly sketchy wifi. The conversation in general is ok, but wanted to apologise in advance to you listeners and our guest: Billy Adamson. Billy is a guitar player based in London. His credits include artists like Jess Glynne, Katie Melua and Ward Thomas. Amongst many other things we discussed the power of practice, signing to a record label, and nerves. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded 25th November 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
Text the show Nick is a guitarist based in London. His credits include artists like Trevor Horn, Alex James and Will Young. Amongst many other things we discussed diversification, being an introvert, and the power of a good mentor. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did. (Recorded 11th November 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
Text the show Julia is a bass player based in New York. Her credits include artists like Hozier, Sam Smith and Sara Bareilles. Amongst many other things, we discussed growing up with a musical dad, the importance of physical health on tour, and leaving ballet behind. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did (Recorded 5th November 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
Text the show Mark is a sax player based in London. His credits include artists like Robbie Williams, George Ezra, Liam Gallagher and The Horne section. Amongst many other things, we discussed growing up around harmony, discovering Jazz, and being funny. Before we get to the episode, I just want to point out and apologise for a few moments of mobile phone interference, and dodgy wifi. The audio is fine for the most part, but wanted to mention the minor issues before you listen! I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did! (Recorded 28th October 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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 Any questions or guest suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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/support Any questions or guest suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 questions or guest suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 questions or guest suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com
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 suggestions, please email nwinsessionwith@gmail.com