This week on Moveable Do, Steve welcomes Emmy-nominated composer, singer-songwriter, and multimedia creator Shaun Barrowes. From competing on American Idol to creating a YA sci-fi novel with a full soundtrack and graphic audiobook, Shaun's work defies boundaries and blends story with song in powerful ways. Whether touring high schools with anthems like Live For Music or collaborating with artists like Lindsey Stirling and Imagine Dragons, his music is as cinematic as it is heartfelt.

In this episode, Shaun shares how his musical upbringing, American Idol journey, and passion for young musicians have shaped his creative output. He discusses the origins of The Paradise Planets, his ever-evolving creative process, and what inspires songs like Some Dreams Never Come True and Fountain of Youth. Plus—find out what he’d call a sci-fi musical about his life… and who he’d cast as his robot sidekick!

Pieces featured on this episode:

• Some Dreams Never Come True

• Live For Music

• See You on the Other Side

• Fountain of Youth

For more about Shaun Barrowes and his work, visit paradiseplanets.com. For the full archive of Moveable Do episodes, head to MoveableDo.com.

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