Marvel Studios Black Panther Original Motion Picture score soundtrack artwork (PRNewsfoto/Marvel Music/Hollywood Records)
Marvel Studios and Disney have teamed up to bring comic fans a long awaited arrival of “Black Panther” to the big screen. Box office totals are expected to shatter previous records and create new fans of the comic franchise. Have you seen moviegoers dressed in Dashikis and other costumes? It’s all part of this experience, soak it all in! Perhaps the greatest part of the BP experience is all the #BlackGirlMagic and #BlackBoyJoy on display in and around the film. From director Ryan Coogler to the amazing cast, this Black Panther Party just doesn’t stop! Check out the BP conversation with writer Ta-Nehisi Coates and Ryan Coogler
I thought about it and unapologetically, I’m here for all of it! Almost as long as movies have existed, blacks have been depicted as subservient or criminal. Finally, we have a hero. The fictional land of “Wakanda” is set in Africa and features a mostly black cast (A Stan Lee cameo is par for the course).
This is a departure from the norm for Hollywood as well. There’s much to celebrate. This star studded cast carries its weight and I have to often remind myself that Angela Basset and Forest Whitaker are also in the movie. That much current star power in in the film. Of course, the trio of: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan and Lupita Nyong’o lead the cast and have done earned much of the movie’s limelight.
For far too long, Hollywood has allowed let the worst of us define the rest of us. This is beyond problematic and is actually criminal. “Black Panther” won’t fully absolve Hollywood, but it’s an amazing start! Hollywood needs to continue to build on this and not stop short with a single film!
Not to be outdone, the bigots in America have reared their ugly heads. The demographic who needs no comic history lesson to understand the importance of Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, Captain America or any of the other Avengers, seem to draw a blank when it comes to Black Panther.
For the record, this movie is not about the civil rights group from the 60’s. The name of the group has been demonized beyond repair, and to this day many people still mischaracterize it as a hate group.
Now that we’ve got all that cleared up, who’s ready for some popcorn and a good time?!? #WakandaForever
Marvel Studios Black Panther star Michael B. Jordan behind the scenes with Brisk directing the brands Hidden Hustle video. (PRNewsfoto/Brisk)
First Creators Class Project Will Be Apprenticeship Opportunity with Jordan’s Production Company
Nine Up-and-Coming Artists Refresh Brisk Label Designs
Brisk Logo (PRNewsfoto/Brisk)
Brisk®, the iced tea brand known for its bold flavors, announced the launch of the Creators Class program today in partnership with actor, director and creative innovator Michael B. Jordan. The Creators Class is a collective of industry leaders partnered with up-and-coming creative visionaries in the Urban Arts for mentorship and collaboration opportunities. Together, they will develop and launch three projects in 2018, providing young creators across film, visual arts and writing a chance to work with established members to gain real industry experience and exposure.
“Brisk encourages the same boldness and creativity that I strive for in my work and with my production company, Outlier Society,” said Michael B. Jordan. “That’s why I’m honored to be a part of the Creators Class and offer up-and-coming hustlers the opportunity to work on this special Outlier Society project.”
In addition to his role in the Creators Class, Brisk also tapped Michael B. Jordan to direct, produce and star in a digital content piece that celebrates the creative hustle by highlighting his process for transforming into Erik Killmonger, a character from Marvel Studios’ Black Panther. As a partner on the upcoming release, Brisk is thrilled to celebrate this amazing moment in cinematic and superhero history.
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“Over the years, we’ve teamed up with and supported various talented artists who share that same passion and bold, daring attitude,” said Melanie Watts, Director of Marketing, Brisk. “That’s why we partnered with Marvel Studios’ Black Panther and have invited some of the creative minds behind the film to join the Creators Class. Together, we will empower aspiring creators in the urban arts by providing real opportunities, mentorship and game changing industry exposure.”
To celebrate the launch of the Creators Class and partnership with Marvel Studios’ Black Panther, Brisk will host an exclusive event experience for Black Panther fans Feb. 16-17, during NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles. The event design is inspired by the clandestine nature of Black Panther‘s Wakanda and will feature interactive Marvel-inspired installations.
The space will also showcase the launch of nine brand new Brisk label graphics, created by up-and-coming artists in partnership with Brisk to kick-off the Creators Class program. The new designs will roll-out across all Brisk packages, including 1L bottles, 12pk cans, and 2L bottles nationwide starting this month.
“The goals of the Creators Class initiative are very much aligned with the spirit of our movie,” said Mindy Hamilton, Marvel’s SVP of Global Partnerships & Marketing. “We’re ecstatic to share Black Panther‘s story with the world and to partner with Brisk so that the film’s release can serve as a catalyst for bringing new artistic visions/voices to light.”
To learn more about the Creators Class and for a chance to win an apprenticeship with Michael B. Jordan’s production company, artists can visit www.briskcreatorsclass.com starting Feb. 15.
Brisk has become the badge of creative hustlers everywhere, and we’re damn proud of it. Check us out at www.drinkbrisk.com and follow @Brisk on Twitter and Instagram and @BriskSnaps on Snapchat.
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About Marvel Studios’ Black Panther Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.
“Black Panther” stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong‘o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, with Angela Bassett, with Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis.
The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay. Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” hits U.S. theaters on February 16, 2018.
The soundtrack featuring the original score composed by Ludwig Göransson is due out Friday February 16th
Marvel Studios Black Panther Original Motion Picture score soundtrack artwork (PRNewsfoto/Marvel Music/Hollywood Records)
Marvel Music/Hollywood Records are releasing the digital album of the Black Panther score, composed by Grammy®-nominated composer and songwriter Ludwig Göransson, on February 16, 2018.
The film is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige with Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Nate Moore, Jeffrey Chernov and Stan Lee serving as executive producers. Ryan Coogler & Joe Robert Cole wrote the screenplay. Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” hits U.S. theaters on February 16, 2018.
“Black Panther” marks Göransson’s third collaboration with director Ryan Coogler (“Creed,” “Fruitvale Station”). The Swedish-born composer wrote the original songs for “Creed” and has also produced albums for Childish Gambino, Haim, and Chance the Rapper.
Göransson recorded the score in London with a 132-piece western classical orchestra, African percussionists and a 40-person choir. Göransson said, “After reading Ryan’s first draft of the script, I quickly realized that the only way I could properly score ‘Black Panther’ was to travel to Africa to record, research and learn from as many musicians I could find. I was introduced to Senegal’s most incredible musicians and storytellers, and from there it all started to come together. One of the instruments that especially caught my attention was the talking drum, which together with West African sabar drums and ceremonial rhythms, became the foundation for the score.”
Göransson infused a wide array of African instrumentation into the score and character themes. Speaking about the score’s creation, Göransson notes: “The talking drum is used for T’Challa’s main theme, with one hit per syllable of his name played on the drum.” For Erik Killmonger’s theme, the name was sung and screamed into a fula flute to convey the “musical interpretation of the character’s ferocity.” Sabar drums were used to “propel the story and to highlight both the country of Wakanda and T’Challa’s movements, especially in his fight scenes.” Sabar drums are used in traditional African wrestling “making them perfect for the action scenes.”
Göransson’s biggest challenge was to blend a western classical orchestra and modern production with traditional African rhythms and harmonies. He adds, “Together with Ryan Coogler, we worked out new ways of combining the three elements into something traditionally authentic and truly unique, that I hope embodies the heart and soul of Wakanda.”
About Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther”
Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther” follows T’Challa who, after the death of his father, the King of Wakanda, returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation to succeed to the throne and take his rightful place as king. But when a powerful old enemy reappears, T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he is drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda and the entire world at risk. Faced with treachery and danger, the young king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and secure the safety of his people and their way of life.
“Black Panther” stars Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong’o, Danai Gurira, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Winston Duke, with Angela Bassett, with Forest Whitaker, and Andy Serkis.
