Rob's School of Music

Rob’s School of music owner and touring musician Rob Spampinato interviews music legends in all genres and talks gear, gigs, theory and life as a musician.

Rob's School of Music is a music podcast hosted by Rob, with 60 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rob hosts Rob's School of Music, a music show with 60 episodes published.

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  Episode #2

  Just Us Podcast Ep2: Burnout is a Gift

  Mar 19, 202634 minS4

  <p>Is your routine actually helping you, or is it the very thing wearing you down? In this week’s episode, Rob and I get real about the dark side of consistency. We often lean on our daily habits to keep us on track, but sometimes those rigid schedules become the fastest path to burnout.<br><br>We are diving into how to recognize when your routine has stopped serving your goals and started draining your energy. Whether you are building a business or pursuing a creative passion, finding the balance between structure and soul is everything. It is okay to...

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  Just Us Podcast Ep1: The Worst Thing That Can Happen, Isn’t The Worst Thing

  Mar 5, 202635 minS4

  <p>Starting a business, making music, and navigating life all share one thing: the fear of the "worst-case scenario." In our very first episode, Rob and I dive into why that fear is often a lie. We share the origin story of our friendship and how we transitioned from facing major life adversities to realizing that those "worst" moments were actually the catalysts for our growth.<br><br>We also discuss how we find balance and joy through the creative process of making music, and why entrepreneurship requires the same resilience as a difficult season in life. If you have...

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  Episode #56

  Mark Lettieri Talks his PRS Fiore, Shimmy Tiger, Jamming with John Mayer & Life on the Road!

  Mar 13, 202550 minS3

  <p>In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Mark Lettieri—guitarist extraordinaire, Snarky Puppy member, and solo artist—to talk all things guitar, music, and life on the road! 🎶<br><br>🔥 Topics we cover:<br>✅ Mark’s PRS Fiore signature guitar – the inspiration, design, and why it’s a game-changer<br>✅ The story behind and recording of his track "Shimmy Tiger" 🐅<br>✅ The epic PRS 40th Anniversary Party & what it was like jamming with John Mayer 🎸<br>✅ The highs and realities of life as a touring musician<br><br>🚨 Quick heads-up! I was under the weather when we recorded this, so...

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  Episode #55

  Chris Caffery Talks Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Savatage & More

  Mar 4, 20251h 3mS3

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Chris Caffery—legendary guitarist for Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Savatage—to dive deep into his incredible career, musical influences, and life on the road.<br><br></p><p>We cover:<br>🔥 The evolution of Trans-Siberian Orchestra and what it's like being part of one of the biggest touring acts in the world<br>🎸 Savatage’s legacy and their impact on the metal and progressive rock scenes<br>🎶 His approach to songwriting, guitar playing, and stage performance<br>💥 Behind-the-scenes tour stories and what it takes to put on a world-class rock show<br><br></p><p>Chris is a tr...

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  Episode #54

  Ilan Rubin Talks Nine Inch Nails, His New Book & More!

  Feb 25, 20251h 3mS3

  <p>In this episode, I sit down with Ilan Rubin—drummer for Nine Inch Nails, Angels & Airwaves, and Paramore, as well as the youngest-ever Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee! 🏆🥁<br><br>We dive into:<br>🔥 His journey playing with Nine Inch Nails & Angels & Airwaves<br>📖 His new book, Start Somewhere to Go Somewhere, and how it helps drummers develop creativity and control<br>🎼 His approach to songwriting, performing, and being a multi-instrumentalist<br>💥 What it’s really like working with Trent Reznor and touring at the highest level<br><br>Ilan has had an incredible career, from joining Lostprophets at 14 to becoming a Gr...

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