How To Tour As A Live Session Musician w/ Nate Day
Welcome to the very first episode of the Cloud Machine Podcast, hosted by Mat Landry and featuring seasoned session musician and Eights Creative co-founder, Nate Day. In this engaging discussion, Mat and Nate delve into the world of live touring, sharing invaluable insights for aspiring and established session musicians alike.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The Anatomy of a Live Set: A breakdown of what makes a live show truly memorable.
Finding Your Identity as a Session Musician: How to develop your unique sound and presence on stage.
Touring Tips: The do’s and don’ts for staying professional and thriving on the road.
Behind-the-Scenes Stories: Memorable moments from touring with ELIO, including opening for Charli XCX.
Episode Highlights:
Nate’s favorite live show experiences and how they’ve shaped his career.
The balance between artistry and the business side of music.
Myths about creative freedom in session work, with a surprising story about Avril Lavigne.
Practical tips for working effectively with artists and other musicians.
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull (Buy Here)
The Working Musicians Handbook by Nicholas Veinoglou (Buy Here)
Key Moments in the Episode:
00:01:16 - Nate's Favorite Live Show Experiences
00:11:57 - The Anatomy of a Live Show
00:36:13 - Do’s of Touring
00:52:05 - Don’ts of Touring
01:10:45 - Touring Stories: Charli XCX
About Cloud Machine
Produced by Eights Creative, Cloud Machine is your go-to podcast for music business insights, blending education with entertainment.
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