Richard Watson

Session Guitarist

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Session Guitarist for Major Label and Independent Artists

Birmingham-based touring and studio guitarist with a portfolio of work for major labels, independent artists and theatre productions.


Credits include Becky Hill (Parlophone Records), Beth Ditto (Columbia Records), B*Witched (Sony Music Entertainment), Oti Mabuse (Strictly Come Dancing), Mónica Sintra, Sonia (Eurovision), First Time Flyers (Wasserman Music), Emma Blackery (Bucks Music Group), The Wandering Hearts (Decca Records), Remember Monday (The Voice UK and Eurovision), Jon Moses (ITV’s ‘Superstar’), DROWND (Armalyte Industries), The Adamski Kid (Lo Recordings), Black Sky Research (formally featuring Mikey Chapman of Mallory Knox and Jason Bowld of Bullet For My Valentine) and Tim Prottey-Jones.


Over 500 recording credits.

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  1. Review by Viktor J.
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    From the creativity and musicianship to the recording quality and delivery, every aspect of working with Rich is absolutely stellar. He has a unique style of his own, yet he’s able to nail any reference you throw at him. And if, like me, you’re into session legends such as Carlton, Graydon, Lukather, Landau, Thompson, Huff, and the like, look no further. Rich has that kind of playing down to a T, and that’s saying a LOT. He doesn’t just serve the song – he takes it to a whole new level.

  2. Review by Ray M.
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    Outstanding professional service, knew exactly what style, sound & delivered in great time ! Highly recommended & will have no second thought of going back for his work.

  3. Review by Liangliang Lyu
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    If you’re looking for a high-level session guitarist like Michael Landau, Dan Huff, and Steve Lukather , this is your guy!
    A true top-tier player with A-list session standards.
    Consistent, precise, easy to direct, and highly collaborative.
    He understands production, not just guitar.

  4. Review by Kimberly H.
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    Richard never ceases to amaze as an incredible musician and collaborator. I've had the pleasure of working with Richard on several projects now, and he always goes above and beyond to understand each project's unique needs, then find a tone and playing style that makes the track shine. He's also greatly responsive and communicative throughout. Highly recommend working with Richard!

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Turnaround within 7 days, one major set of revisions and no limit on overdubs.

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Gear Highlights
  • PRS McCarty
  • PRS DGT
  • James Tyler Landau Classic
  • Valley Arts Custom Pro
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  • Mezzabarba MZero Overdrive
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