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Gabe Shadid is the owner of Epic Score. He’s spent decades producing music that has been licensed into every corner of media, from film trailers, video games, tv networks, to being sampled into Billboard #1 rap hits. Epic Score’s journey has also included a grassroots fan base of listeners that has been so supportive of Epic Score. The goal of this podcast is to inspire, challenge, educate and engage with the fans and build a community of people beyond just listening to music.
In this episode of The Epic Score Podcast, host Gabe Shadid, founder of Epic Score, continues with Part 4 of the story of his journey into the world of audio and music.
Gabe opens up about the long road to creative confidence—and how believing in yourself is so important, but something many of us find difficult.
From early self-doubt that held him back, to unexpected validation from music libraries and others, Gabe shares real stories from his music career as it was slowly building with production music, tv themes and beta testing. You’ll hear how external feedback, timing, and persistence slowly built momentum—even when confidence lagged behind results.
This episode is part reflection, part encouragement, and part behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to build a career in cinematic and television music. If you’re a composer, producer, or creative who’s putting in the work but still questioning yourself, this conversation is a reminder to give yourself a chance—and let the work speak.
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