‘Love Story’: From Pulp to Lenny Kravitz, How Music Supervisor Jen Malone Built the Show’s Perfect ’90s Soundtrack
The FX series 'Love Story' features a carefully curated soundtrack that captures the essence of the 1990s. Music supervisor Jen Malone aimed for period authenticity by selecting songs from her personal playlists. The diverse range of genres enhances the show's nostalgic appeal and emotional depth.
- ▪Jen Malone, the music supervisor, created playlists for each year of the 1990s to ensure authenticity.
- ▪The soundtrack includes a variety of genres, such as Brit pop, soul, and indie rock.
- ▪Key songs like Peter Gabriel's 'Blood of Eden' and Lenny Kravitz's 'It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over' play pivotal roles in the show's storytelling.
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Home TV News May 26, 2026 1:30pm PT ‘Love Story’: From Pulp to Lenny Kravitz, How Music Supervisor Jen Malone Built the Show’s Perfect ’90s Soundtrack By Arushi Jacob Plus Icon Arushi Jacob Latest How to Watch the 2026 American Music Awards Live Online 1 day ago CAA Expands Annual Emerging Filmmakers Showcase with Launch of Workshops and Networking Conversations 4 days ago Steven Soderbergh’s ‘The Christophers’ and Gun Van Sant’s ‘Dead Man’s Wire’ Among Mediterrane Film Festival Lineup 4 days ago See All Michael Parmelee Have people ever been more nostalgic for New York City in the ‘90s? Ryan Murphy’s FX series “Love Story,” which chronicles the tragic romance of JFK Jr.
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