This is the podcast I, Emily Dolan Davies, wishes existed when I was starting out in the music industry. I share my stories, lessons and musings from 20 years experience as a session drummer. Anything goes from touring, recording, and running a business, to random anecdotes in between! Come join me :-)
Welcome to Episode 199 of A Drummer’s Guide To… Getting Called Out!
This week, I’m sharing a raw and uncomfortable part of my journey — when I was publicly called out for not being authentic online. …
Rejection stings. It’s personal, it’s painful, and it can leave you questioning whether you’re good enough. But here’s the truth: rejection isn’t a dead end — it’s data.
In this episode, I share the …
🔥 Think posting on Instagram is enough to grow your music career? Think again.
In episode #197 — A Drummer’s Guide To... Posting Isn’t Enough, I’m breaking down the real reason musicians get stuck at…
Ever found yourself stuck between your own career goals and commitments you've made to others?
You're not alone.
In this episode, I’m talking about one of the hardest parts of building a career in mu…
🎧 This one’s a wake-up call. In this episode, I’m breaking down the sneaky ways we self-sabotage in our music careers — and how to stop.
From fear disguised as logic to procrastination dressed up as …
If you’ve ever looked at your age or your past and thought, “I’ve missed my chance,” this episode is for you.
👀 I’m diving into one of the most common fears I hear from musicians: "Is it too late t…
Let’s be honest: sometimes what’s holding us back isn’t lack of talent, it’s avoiding the truth.
In this episode, I’m sharing the unfiltered advice I’d give you if I wasn’t afraid of hurting your fee…
😬 Got rehearsals coming up for a big gig… and no idea what to expect? You're not alone — no one teaches you what actually happens in pro rehearsals. That feeling of “I hope I’m doing this right”? I’v…
🐺 Think you have to go it alone in music to prove yourself?
In this episode of A Drummer’s Guide To... The Lone Wolf Trap, I’m breaking down the hidden cost of trying to build your career solo — and …
🎯 Think you're either broke or famous if you want a career in music? Think again.
In this episode of A Drummer’s Guide To..., I’m sharing the truth about the bit in between — the one no one talks abo…
Feeling overwhelmed by social media as a musician?
This episode is your deep dive into crafting a clear, professional, and magnetic online presence.
I share proven strategies for optimising your prof…
Feeling overwhelmed by all the things you need to do as a musician?
Between teaching, performing, creating content, and managing your actual life… it can feel like you’re constantly behind or burning…
🔥 Feel like your creativity’s dried up? You’re not broken—this is part of the process.
Whether you’re a drummer, musician, or creative of any kind, it’s normal to go through phases where inspiration …
💥 This is the real reason you’re feeling lost in your music career right now...
💔 Are you a musician who's been through big life or career changes—and suddenly feel like you don’t even know who you a…
📌 The REAL reason you're not getting hired as a musician… isn’t your playing.
🎯 Are you a talented musician, putting in the hours, but still struggling to land gigs, connect with the right people, or…
🎯 Is this the REAL reason you’re not landing the gigs you want?
✨ It’s not just about chops—it’s about how you show up.
🎸 Are you a musician who’s “good enough” but still struggling to get hired – es…
📣 Are you a musician playing with mates, but don’t know how to pivot into the pro world?
👀 If you’re a musician who is confident in their skills and playing with friends but want to take the leap int…
🚨 If you are a musician wanting to level up your socials video game, then my podcast episode #182 - A Drummer's Guide To... Gig Vid Glow-Ups could be for you!
👀 Are you a musician who is trying to po…
🚨 If you’re a musician and thinking about quitting, STOP, and listen to this!
👀 If you’re a musician that has been grinding away doing, or trying to do the pro thing, but feel like the only thing y…
🚨 Do you feel there is a gap between your goals and where you are right now, but you don’t know what the in-between contains?
😩 Are you a musician who doesn’t know the components that need to be in p…