For this episode of Drop Me Off in Nashville, Scottie sits down with Mike Estes, former lead guitarist for Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Engineer John Albani, longtime engineer and trusted figure behind the scenes of many.
This is a grounded, musician-to-musician conversation that goes beyond surface stories. We dig into guitar gear, tone, and the evolution of sound, but also trace where it all started—early influences, learning the craft, and the realities of building a career that lasts. Mike shares firsthand perspective from the road and the stage, while John brings the studio lens, breaking down how great records are actually captured and why engineering still matters in an era of shortcuts.
The conversation also turns to Nashville today—how the music scene has changed, what’s been gained, what’s been lost, and what young artists often misunderstand about the business side of creativity. This episode isn’t about nostalgia or hype; it’s about experience, craft, and honesty from people who’ve lived both the highs and the grind.
If you care about real musicianship, real careers, and how music actually gets made—this one delivers.
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