Episode 56: Sean Michael Giddings - "Off The Bandstand"

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Wearer of many hats, Sean Michael Giddings has a thoughtful and tender approach that extends beyond the bandstand. In this episode, we dive into Sean’s process in writing for a myriad different styles, the unique advantages for both producing his own projects and collaborators, and the end of a tour where drinks went from being on the house…to on the pavement.

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Sean Michael Giddings
“Red Willow” (2021)

Getting to Know: Sean!

Sean Michael Giddings is a pianist, guitarist, singer, songwriter, composer, and record producer. Born and raised in Kansas City, Sean now resides in Austin, Texas. He currently tours with both Christopher Cross and Pat Green. He has also toured and performed with Eric Johnson, Alejandro Escovedo, Cory Morrow, Wade Bowen, Mary Wilson, and the BoDeans.

As a studio musician, Giddings has appeared on recordings with Tanya Tucker, Kris Kristofferson, Houndmouth, Brad Cook, Donald Fagen, John Forté, Josh Abbott, and Whiskey Myers. Sean co-produced Aubrey Logan’s album “Standard” which debuted on iTunes at #1 on the jazz charts. Sean’s piano playing can be heard on Daniel Hart’s film score for “The Old Man and the Gun” starring Robert Redford. Sean wrote and produced Pat Green’s 2019 single “Leaving My Leaving.”

Sean’s debut jazz album “Red Willow” was released in June 2021 on the Seattle-based label Origin Records. Featuring long-time collaborators Sam Pankey on bass and Daniel Dufour on drums, Sean composed, produced, mixed, and mastered the album from his home studio, Red Willow Studios. Sean endorses Nord keyboards and JH Audio in-ear monitors.