Episode 10: AKIL THOMPSON

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

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