Behind nearly every influential indie-rock and pop record of the last 15 years has been the brilliant mind and hand of string arranger and multi-instrumentalist Rob Moose. The three-time GRAMMY winner has contributed to thousands of records by the likes of Paul Simon, Taylor Swift, Phoebe Bridgers, Bon Iver, St. Vincent, Bruce Hornsby, and Mumford & Sons. In this calming, deeply reflective conversation on The Other 22 Hours, Rob opens up about “peaking” in the live touring industry, the transition to a studio-centric life, and how fatherhood has introduced a powerful focus into his creative process. It is an exploration of legacy, creative boundaries, and why sustaining a 20-year career ultimately comes down to treating music not as an athletic feat, but as a deeply human relationship.
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In This Episode:
– Rob Moose
– Manhattan School of Music
– Columbia University
– The New School
– Interlochen Arts Academy
– Nirvana
– Bon Iver
– SNL
– Paul Simon
– Madison Square Garden
– Bowery Ballroom
– The Artist’s Way – Julia Cameron
– Nonesuch Record
– Gabe Kahane
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The Other 22 Hours is hosted by Aaron Shafer-Haiss (producer, mixer, musician) and Michaela Anne (songwriter, artist, creative coach). More about Aaron’s work. More about Michaela Anne’s work.
Produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Original music written, performed and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss.
Photo Credit: Max Wanger