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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, Gabe Shadid sits down with Kevin Keith—a highly regarded Chapman Stick player whose musical journey defies convention.
From working as an electronic tech for companies like Neve, YouTube and others, to discovering one of the most unique instruments in modern music and unexpectedly finding himself featured in one of the world’s largest musical instrument museums, Kevin shares the twists and turns that shaped his career. Along the way, he breaks down the artistry behind the Chapman Stick—an instrument that allows him to play bass and melody simultaneously—and performs live to demonstrate its expressive power.
Recorded at the legendary Village Recording Studios, this conversation also explores Kevin’s experiences navigating the entertainment industry, adapting to change, and staying creatively driven across decades of work.
If you’re a composer, musician, or creative navigating your own path, this episode is a deep dive into originality, persistence, and finding your unique voice.
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