When Heated Rivalry premiered to critical acclaim, it wasn’t just the storytelling that resonated – it was the music. The emotional architecture of the series, shaped by composer Peter Peter and music supervisor Scotty Taylor, became inseparable from its cultural footprint.
In this Departure conversation, director and co-creator Jacob Tierney joins Peter Peter and Scotty Taylor to deconstruct the musical process behind the show – from early creative conversations and sonic world-building to the pivotal song choices that defined its tone and amplified its impact.
Together, they’ll explore how original score and curated tracks can elevate narrative stakes, drive fan engagement, and create a halo effect that extends beyond the screen into streaming charts, social platforms, and broader cultural conversation.
This session will unpack the collaboration between director, composer, and supervisor; the balance between instinct and strategy; and how music can transform a scene into a moment – and a series into a phenomenon.
