From Postman to Paul Weller | Andy Lewis on saying yes to everything

Most musicians spend years trying to plan the perfect career.

Andy Lewis did something different.

From discovering bass through Mod music, soul and funk... to becoming Paul Weller's bassist almost by accident... to building a hugely varied career as a producer, DJ and songwriter, Andy's story is a masterclass in following opportunities rather than chasing status.

In this episode of Now That's Bass, Andy talks about learning by ear, why groove matters more than technique, the emotional side of music, life inside Paul Weller's band, and why saying "yes" has opened more doors than any long-term career plan ever could.

This is a fascinating conversation about musicianship, creativity and building a life in music that lasts.

In this episode we discuss:

How Andy first discovered bass guitar

Why listening is more important than reading TAB

Learning music by ear

The relationship between bass and drums

How DJing shaped his understanding of groove

The unexpected journey into Paul Weller's band