The Art of Sound: Silas Hite on Scoring Stories, Creative Variety, and a Life in Music

In Part 3 of the Dawn Dusk series, where Margo explores the creative forces behind the documentary, she sits down with Emmy-winning composer Silas Hite, whose music spans blockbuster films, hit TV shows, museum installations, bestselling video games, and award-winning commercials. With over two decades of experience and an unmatched ability to move between genres, Silas shares how an early love of rhythm and melody grew into a multifaceted career in composing and recording.

They explore how the industry has shifted over the years — from strikes to the rise of AI — and how Silas balances commercial projects with deeply personal creative work. He also offers a behind-the-scenes look at his collaborative process, translating visual stories into sound, and the joy of creative experimentation.

Margo and Silas discuss:

• Silas' early inspirations and how his musical path evolved from performing to composing
• Navigating major industry shifts and the impact of AI on music creation
• The art of translating visual storytelling into sound, including scoring Dawn Dusk
• Balancing commercial projects with personal artistry and creative fulfillment
• Why being a musical generalist has been key to Silas' success
• Insights into composing for short formats like commercials and TV segments
• The inspiration and creative process behind Chicha Macabre and My Happy Place
• Upcoming projects and how personal work keeps his creativity thriving

Connect with Silas:https://www.silashite.com/ https://www.instagram.com/silas_hite https://soundcloud.com/satincowboy https://www.facebook.com/SilasHiteComposer/

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