Merging music with the stars
Soulestial is a music streaming and star gazing app that allows users to listen to their favorite tunes while also exploring the beauty of the night sky. The app features a vast library of music from various genres and artists, as well as a high-resolution star map that allows users to identify constellations and other celestial objects. Users can learn about different celestial objects, such as stars, planets, and galaxies, and track their movements in real-time using the app's star map. Soulestial aims to provide a unique and immersive experience for music lovers and stargazers alike, allowing them to enjoy the beauty of both the cosmos and the tunes that inspire them.
Project Brief
The goal of this project was to explore various methods of narrative building and concept generating.
Initial prompt given to the team:
L.A.
Cost
OAS
Start: The team was given this abstract set of "words" which were used for user testing. This was done through several forms of blind variation and selective retention.
Final narrative co-created with our users:
Stargazing app with a different playlist for each constellation.
A concept driven by narrative. After weeks of developing, iterating, and testing narratives, the team had arrived at a final story. This gave us a problem/solution space to work within.
Scanning
Users can start scanning the sky at any time of day in any location. Even mid-day when stars aren't visible, Soulestial allows users to see where constellations are located at that time.
Identifying
During scanning, users can see where constellations are, the names of the constellations, and get a brief history lesson. By tapping on the constellation users select that particular constellation.
Selecting
Once a constellation is selected, users are provided with a list of the playlists made for that constellation. Here, users can see different playlists and create their own playlists for that constellation.
Listening
While playing a selected playlist or a custom playlist, users can see album art, song titles, and artists names. Soulestial also provides users with the opportunity to share what they're listening too with other users.