Sean „Sonny“ Paddock

Gretsch Artist Since: 2019

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Studio, Independent, Kenny Chesney

Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom in Antique Maple Gloss
8x12 RT, 14x14 FT, 16x16 FT, 16x22 BD,
6.5x14 Chrome Over Brass SD
5x14 Ridgeland SD
6x12 Brooklyn Chrome Over Steel SD

Influences:
Ringo Starr, Charlie Watts, John Bonham, Richie Hayward, Levin Helm, Mick Fleetwood, Andy Newmark, Steve Gadd, Jeff Porcaro, Carlos Vega, Eddie Bayers, Al Jackson Jr. etc.
the list is very long
Honest Heartfelt music no matter what genre!

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"Sound, Feel and Beauty!
They're beautiful and there is an Immediate sound and feel! "

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
"Listen to records. Listen to the musicians. Listen to the songs."

Bio:
Sean has toured and played many sold out stadiums with Kenny Chesney. He has also played with many artists like Sammy Hagar, Steve Miller, John Mellencamp, George Strait, Kid Rock, Joe Walsh, Blake Sheldon, Shy Carter and many more! He is a busy session player in Nashville playing on countless recordings with many artists and movie soundtracks. He also has a world class recording studio. Sean has had many television appearances including The Grammy's, Austin City Limits, Sound Stage, ACM's,CMA's, AMA's,The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Conan Obrien,The Late Show with Letterman,Good Morning America. The Today Show