Ten Year Town Ep. 17: Derek Wells

Nashville native Derek Wells is an award-winning session guitar player, record producer, and Vice President of A&R at Spirit Music Nashville. Along the way he has played on over 100 #1 songs, been Grammy-nominated, won CMA Musician of the Year and has played on records for Morgan Wallen, Kenny Chesney, Dan + Shay, Kelsea Ballerini and more.

On this episode, Derek shares unique insights on his journey - from getting his start in Josh Turner’s touring band, to playing on his first #1 with Maddie and Tae’s “Girl In A Country Song”, his advice for getting started, and how winning with your friends is the best part of the business.