Brandon’s Pretty Boy Playlist.
Today we focus on the music that inspires Brandon Foster’s character.
As we were planning out the playlist for our upcoming production, we thought what if we took it a bit further and made a playlist for each character so we did. Brandon Foster (played by Aaron Michael Tyler) is the fun-loving friend to Chelsea and Marcus. He is THE pretty boy.
With production right around the corner for IV Vision's seventh project, Exposed: The Series, it only felt right to not only see the vision when creating this piece but also envision how it will sound. While writing and preparing this project, I kept track of what music I took in and how it influenced the mood/tone of the setting/local, conflict, characters, and their story arcs. Bringing it to the attention of my fellow producers made us decide to share multiple character-based playlists we will curate weekly, leading into the project's production. We hope you capture a glimpse of the sounds and elements that embody the characters of the Exposure world and get a taste of what you could hear within the project's soundtrack.
~Jewel IV, Creator/Director of Exposed: The Series
Brandon Foster in Exposed: The Series (played by Aaron Michael Tyler) embodies the definition of a "pretty boy." Created by Jewel IV, the 305 native gives the Exposure World a concentrated dosage of the hot boy lifestyle we all have tapped into or are currently pursuing. However, his character's presence brings a different layer from what his best friend, Marcus Carter, showcases as another layer of black gay men within the world. An unapologetically carefree mindset filled with flamboyant energy, confidence, and self-empowerment, sparkling with black boy joy. Formulated around the current female wave of Southern-based and mainstream Hip-Hop/R&B, this playlist features artists that encapsulate just that, such as the City Girls, Latto, Megan Thee Stallion, Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, and more.
Listen on Apple, Spotify, or Tidal.
Check out our individual picks.
Jewel:
It’s Given’ - Latto
Hot Girl Summer - Megan Thee Stallion
Booty - Saucy Santana
I Rule the World - Azealia Banks
Motivation - Normani
Sarah:
Good Form - Nicki Minaj
Thot Shit - Megan Thee Stallion
Do It - Chloe x Halle
ICY GRL [Bae Mix] - Saweetie ft. Kehlani
Move Ya Hips - A$AP Ferg ft. Nicki Minaj
Alex:
Tia Tamera - Doja Cat ft. Rico Nasty
Way 2 Sexy - DJ Khaled ft. Future
Flewed Out - City Girls
Do We Have a Problem - Nicki Minaj
Cocky AF - Megan Thee Stallion
Tobi:
Tell It - Sevyn Streeter
We Are Young - Fun. ft. Janelle Monáe
Mind Yo Business - Lakeyah ft. Latto
BREAK MY SOUL - Beyonce
Persuasive - Doechii
Upcoming Location Scout.
Jewel and Kareem scouting a location for Zir.
This weekend we will be scouting several locations. Joining us on our scout will be our Director of Photography, Kai Dickinson, our Unit Production Manager, Kareem Michaelson, and the producers. Stay tuned for more updates.
Crowdfunding Perks - Tier One!
IV Vision is excited to announce that we offer special perks to everyone who donates to Exposed. You will receive a perk based on the donation amount listed.
Over the course of the upcoming weeks, we will introduce additional tiers with more ways to contribute and even more perks.
$10 - social media shoutout
$20 - Personal thank you video
$30 - Movie Theatre Gift Card
$40 - Fill Up On Us
$50 - Digital copy of Exposed Script
See graphic for more details.
Thank You to our Donors!
As the weeks countdown, we at IV Vision grow more excited to create a story highlighting the Queer Community. We would love to take this time to shout out our donors who have contributed to our film.
Donors:
Don Griffin - $750
If this story speaks to you in any way and you would like to donate please check out our contributions page on our website. On this page, you will find the different ways that you can sponsor or provide any goods or services needed. There is also an itemized list and graphics explaining the breakdown of what we are asking for. To complete this project we are aiming to raise $32,000. We thank you and appreciate your support in helping us create Exposed: The Series.