02 April 2026
Discovering Celine Dion & Drumming for the Mafia: The Bob Cutarella Story
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In this episode of Storyteller, we sit down with Grammy-winning producer and industry legend Robert Cutarella, whose 40-year career includes over 160 platinum records. From his early days in a blue-collar Queens neighborhood where "people didn't dream" to conducting 80-piece orchestras without knowing a single note of music, Bob’s journey is a masterclass in persistence and instinct.
Bob shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories, including:
- The Celine Dion Gamble: How he fought for two years to release her first American hit after executives called her an "average singer".
- Drumming for the Mafia: The two-year stint playing 360 gigs a year where "you didn't hear nothing".
- Creative Instincts: How a dream about Sam Cooke led to a legendary collaboration with Les Paul, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck.
Bob also previews his upcoming book, Mentor, offering timeless advice on networking, staying humble, and carving out your own lane in any industry.
Bob shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories, including:
- The Celine Dion Gamble: How he fought for two years to release her first American hit after executives called her an "average singer".
- Drumming for the Mafia: The two-year stint playing 360 gigs a year where "you didn't hear nothing".
- Creative Instincts: How a dream about Sam Cooke led to a legendary collaboration with Les Paul, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck.
Bob also previews his upcoming book, Mentor, offering timeless advice on networking, staying humble, and carving out your own lane in any industry.