Dave Fowler on Building a Career That Lasts in the Music Industry
Veteran bassist and producer Dave Fowler (Dolly Parton, Dr. John) joins Lance to talk craft, humility, and building a lasting career in the music business.
Episode 011 – Dave Fowler | MAKE // BREAK
Dave Fowler is a Nashville-based bassist, producer, and songwriter whose career spans work with icons like Dolly Parton, Dr. John, Cinderella, and Billy Ray Cyrus. A sought-after live and studio player, he’s also the co-founder of GET JOE Records, a producer at Fowler–Wells Productions, and the force behind Running With Giants, his mentorship and clinic platform for musicians. In this episode, Dave joins Lance to unpack the realities of a lifelong career in music—from the discipline behind professional performance to the humility that keeps great players in demand—and what it really takes to build both longevity and legacy in an ever-changing industry.
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