The Sideman Chronicles

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Episode 18: ANTON NESBITT Sep 24, 2020

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Anton Nesbitt is a highly sought after bassist and producer in Nashville, TN. He is known for his high level musicality, easy going spirit, and kind nature. He has played live or in the studio for BeBe & CeCe Winans, India.Arie, LeAnn Rimes, Jonny Lang, Keb Mo, Boyz To Men, Nashville TV Show, Greenleaf TV Show, Richard Smallwood, Heather Headley, Daniel Weatherspoon, Tommy Sims, Patti Austin, Bobby Jones Gospel Show, Stacy Orico, Mike Farris, The McCrary Sisters, Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond and many more. Jacob and Anton talk about his early days with the bass guitar, how he has always chased inspiration, how listening is more than a musical thing, and his love for the tv show Hee-Haw.

Check out all of Anton's credits on AllMusic.com

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Episode 17: BERNIE CHIARAVELLE Sep 03, 2020

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Bernie Chiaravalle has been a top touring sideman, session guitarist, songwriter and producer for several decades. He has been the guitarist and background vocalist in Michael McDonald's touring band for over 32 years. He has played live or in the studio for Michael McDonald, The Doobie Bros, Patrick Simmons, Christopher Cross, Vince Gill, Cher, David Pack, Ambrosia, Jeff Bridges, Billy Preston, Paul Carrack, Toto, Hall And Oates, Average White Band, Chaka Khan, Don Henley, Kenny Loggins, Marc Cohn and many more. Bernie tells us about his early love for The Beatles, how he played on the Entertainment Tonight theme song, his move to Nashville, and how Don Was had him play sitar on a track.

Go to BernieChiaravelle.com for more information about Bernie.

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Episode 16: STEVE BREWSTER (Part 2) Aug 26, 2020

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Steve Brewster has been a first call session drummer in Nashville since the 90's. He is known all over the world for his musical touch and innovative drum parts. Steve has played live or in the studio for Richard Marx, Faith Hill, Amy Grant, Peter Cetera, Dierks Bentley, Michael W. Smith, Bob Seger, Big And Rich, Chris Tomlin, Chicago, Little Big Town, Sara Groves, Jewel, Ricky Skaggs, Charlie Peacock, The Neville Bros, Kari Jobe, Art Garfunkel, Steven Curtis Chapman, Kenny Loggins, Rich Mullins, Kenny Rogers, BJ Thomas and many more.

This is part two of our interview with Steve. There was so much great stuff in the interview that we had to create two parts.

In part 2 Jacob and Steve talk about how to properly listen to an artist, some ways that producers have inspired him, how to keep getting hired, and why boots are superior to flip flops.

Check out all of Steve's album credits at Allmusic.com

To get in touch with Steve go to SteveBrewsterDrums.com

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Episode 15: STEVE BREWSTER (Part 1) Aug 26, 2020

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This is part one of our interview with Steve. There was so much great stuff in the interview that we had to create two parts.

In part one Jacob and Steve talk about his beginnings on the drum kit, the albums and artists that inspired him, how his work ethic opened many doors for him, and his start in the Nashville session scene.

Check out all of Steve's album credits at Allmusic.com

To get in touch with Steve go to SteveBrewsterDrums.com

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Episode 14: MIKE PAYNE Aug 19, 2020

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Mike Payne has been one of the top guitarists in the Nashville session scene for many years now. He is known for his guitar mastery, amazing work ethic, and the ability to fit musically and socially in any room. He has worked live or in the studio for Francesca Battistelli, Jonathan Cain, Jaci Velasquez, The Nashville TV Show, Mandisa, Casting Crowns, Christy Nockels, TobyMac, Lauren Daigle, Newsboys, Ellie Holcomb, Natalie Grant, Audrey Assad, All Star United, CeCe Winans, and so many more. Jacob and Mike talk about the first song he learned on guitar, getting his start in Nashville, and how to fit in at any recording session.

Check out all of Mike's album credits at Allmusic.com

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Episode 13: TABITHA FAIR Aug 12, 2020

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Tabitha Fair has been one of the most sought after background vocalists in the music industry for many years. She is known all over the world for her amazing voice and musical versatility. She has worked live or in the studio for Sting, Reba McEntire, U2, Bette Midler, Amy Grant, Keith Urban, Michael Bolton, Faith Hill, Randy Travis, Vanessa Williams, Olivia Newton-John, Michael McDonald and many more. Jacob and Tabitha talk about her early days singing on the church stage, the best ways to support an artist, how to keep getting hired, and why Sting is the coolest human on the planet.

Check out all of Tabitha's album credits at Allmusic.com

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Episode 12: JAVIER SOLIS Jul 29, 2020

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Javier Solis has been a first call session percussionist and drummer in Nashville for over two decades. He is known all over the world for his musical versatility and ability to light up a room. He has played live or in the studio for Michael McDonald, Lauren Daigle, Israel Houghton, Jonny Lang, Andrae Crouch, Darlene Zchech, Jennifer Knapp, Jaci Velasquez, Kenny Loggins, Rachael Lampa, CeCe Winans, TobyMac, Faith Hill, Amy Grant, India.Arie, and many more. Jacob and Javier talk about his early love of pop music, his big move to Nashville, how to properly serve an artist, and his new coffee shop.

Check out all of Javier's album credits at Allmusic.com

Follow Javier on Instagram @javsmusic

Check out his coffee shop TempoNashville.com

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Episode 11: NATE DUGGER Jul 22, 2020

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Nate Dugger is a first call session guitarist in Nashville, and he is also a founding member of the band Drew Holcomb And The Neighbors. He has played live or in the studio for Amy Grant, Ben Rector, Chris August, Ellie Holcomb, Ingrid Michaelson, Brandon Heath, Matt Wertz, Andrew Peterson, CeCe Winans, Dave Barnes and many more. Nate and Jacob talk about Nate's early days on guitar and piano, the importance of being a good hang on the road and on a session, church music in Memphis, things he has learned from some of his favorite producers, and why he brings food to every session.

Check out all of Nate's credits at Allmusic.com

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Episode 10: AKIL THOMPSON Jul 01, 2020

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Akil Thompson has been a highly sought after touring and session musician for decades. He has played guitar, keys, bass and drums at the highest levels. Creativity, excellence, and out of this world talent— that describes Akil. He has played live or in the studio for Little Big Town, LeeAnn Rimes, Jonny Lang, Keb Mo, Josh Groban, Lauren Daigle, Israel Houghton, Tommy Sims, Marc Broussard, Dave Barnes, Michael Bolton, Natalie Grant, CeCe Winans and many, many more. Jacob and Akil talk about his early days on the piano, how Nirvana pushed him towards guitar, what he has learned from some of the top producers, and how a good producer reminds him of the legendary basketball coach Phil Jackson.

Check out all of Akil's credits at Allmusic.com

Follow him on Instagram @akatmusic

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Episode 9: DAVE CLEVELAND Jun 24, 2020

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Integrity, service, skill, passion, enthusiasm, and care are a few words that describe Dave Cleveland. Dave can light up a room with his smile, kind words and world class guitar parts. He has played live or in the studio for Steven Curtis Chapman, Rich Mullins, Rebecca St. James, FFH, Natalie Grant, Joy Williams, Jaci Velasquez, Little Big Town, Sara Groves, Ty Herndon, The Gettys, Gordon Mote, Phillips Craig and Dean, Matt Maher and so many more. Dave and Jacob talk about his musical parents, how he overcame some struggles in his life, his move to Nashville, and Tommy Tedesco.

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