The Infamous Story Of Retrobrite: A Must See Character Playlist

Since my book centers around a band and fervent music enthusiasts, the idea of curating character-inspired playlists felt like an exciting endeavor. To shape these distinctive playlists, I drew inspiration from prompts crafted by blogger and writer Elijah Menchaca. In Audrey's playlist, I carefully selected songs that delve into themes of money, fame, and beauty. Several tracks explore her deep-seated insecurities, which contrast with her outward veneer of unwavering confidence. Leon's playlist reflects the challenges of youth: themes of exploration, self-discovery, and the weight of familial and societal expectations. The playlist features an eclectic mix of genres: pop, rap, alternative, with touches of grunge and R&B.

The prompts are:

1. Their theme song

2. How they view themselves

3. How they view the rest of the world

4. A song about their relationship with another character

5. A song about what they want

6. A song about what’s important to them

7. A song about what they hate

8. Their ass-Kicking Song™

9. A song about an event in their life

10. Their “origins” song

11. Their end credits song