On the latest episode of Museum TV, host Noble Creative sits down with videographer‑turned‑content‑creator Harvard’s Eye (also known as Harvard Fluty) for a wide‑ranging conversation on career reinvention, Boston’s rap landscape and the value of local collaboration.
Harvard’s Eye began filming music videos in 2015, initially working free of charge to build a client list. As demand grew, his rates climbed from $150 to more than $1,500 per video. The turning point came after a trip to Houston, where he realized many outsiders had little awareness of Boston’s Black culture. “That’s when I knew I wanted to be in front of the camera and show people what Boston really looks like,” he tells Noble.
Encouraged by friends who found his off‑camera commentary naturally funny, Harvard’s Eye shifted to Boston‑centric short videos. The clips—equal parts information and humor—quickly gained traction, reinforcing his decision to create content that highlights the city rather than just its artists.
He still shoots videos on occasion, but his main focus is amplifying Boston through bite‑size segments and running gags such as the WCW championship belt he carries in most uploads.
During the interview, Harvard’s Eye offers a candid assessment of Boston rap. He cites a lack of originality—“everybody’s drilling”—and says the city needs artists who can rap, finance themselves and market effectively. His current picks for breaking that mold: G Mezo, Nate Speaks and Top Hooter.
He also points to a “crab‑in‑a‑bucket” mentality that limits collaboration: “Detroit and Atlanta show each other love on record; we need more of that here.”
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Harvard’s Eye—who sometimes goes by Harvard Fluty, a nod to quarterback Doug Flutie—plans to take his “Five Most Dangerous Gas Stations” series on tour. Long‑term goals include school appearances and a larger national footprint. “I want people to remember I went against the grain and put Boston on the map,” he says.
Tying his personal narrative to city history, Harvard’s Eye notes his June 17 birthday aligns with Boston’s 617 area code and the Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775). The detail underscores a recurring theme of the episode: local pride informed by history and driven by a push for broader recognition.
