20. "From Maze Runner to Final Space" | The Shelby Merry Story

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Join us on The Main Stage as we chat with the brilliant & charming multifaceted artist, Shelby Merry.

Shelby is a seasoned music producer, songwriter, and composer from Ohio known for her dynamic contributions to the industry. From her creative writing origins, to the viral song “When the Darkness Comes” based on The Maze Runner series to composing on Adult Swim's International hit series "Final Space” she has proved to be an original voice with a POV filled with wonder and soul.

Currently working on her tenth album, "Little Dreams," Shelby's versatile style and emotive storytelling captivates audiences worldwide. So, put those earbuds in, and vibe with us as we explore Shelby’s musical journey.

Topics:

🔅 The creative process & finding her ‘sound’

🔅 Her musical roots and not having a backup plan

🔅 Learning as you go in the fast paced environment of composing for TV

🔅 How the Maze Runner helped her discovery by writer Olan Rogers and the Conan O’Brien team

🔅 Stretching your creativity through multi-genre song writing

🔅 Storytelling and becoming a published author through her novel “Second Planet” (see Bonus Episode on Patreon for more on this topic)

🔅 Taking chances & trusting in the universe

📚 CHAPTERS

0:00 - Ch 1: Heart Stopping Moments

7:19 - Ch 2: The Creative Process

17:34 - Ch 3: Final Space

36:44 - Ch 4: Uncovering Roots

52:54 - Ch 5: The Hopeful Melancholy

1:12:47 - Ch 6: The Further Adventures

EXPLORE:

Music & Media referenced in this episode…

🎧 YouTube - Full Credits

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoKlxmU6jzf3o_yVb2Al1si43QMmFeTQn&si=ar7wPm1ITq97q1Mr

🎧 Spotify - Soundtrack Style Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7adqvKxNlk6pmvTVH0l43l?si=fdf5995a2ea54cf8&pt=6a0ab09ec1e9116f08015d1f309c4918

👊🏻 Keep Up with Shelby’s Adventures:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbymerry?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@ShelbyMerry

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@itsshelbymerry?_t=8nmAA1TWDJi&_r=1

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