How ‘Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette’ Built Its Viral, ’90s-Driven Soundtrack
The FX series, known for its influence on period fashion, also drew attention for its nostalgic tunes. Music supervisor Jen Malone spoke with The Hollywood Reporter about curating the season's sound, including the finale.
[This story contains spoilers from the Love Story finale, “Search and Recovery.”]...
The strongest version of this narrative highlights how *Love Story* leverages nostalgia as a cultural force, using music not just as a backdrop but as an emotional anchor to deepen audience connection. The series’ success in reviving ’90s music—particularly through TikTok—demonstrates the power of media to bridge generational divides, introducing younger audiences to artists like Björk and Lenny Kravitz while evoking core memories for those who lived through the era. Malone’s meticulous curation...
