Whether she’s sourcing tunes to your favorite film, completing the atmospheric vibe of hotels and restaurants, or rocking out at a live concert with family, Lindsey Driscoll is all about painting a detailed scene through the sound of music. We caught up with the Music Supervisor and Environmental Soundtrack Designer to talk about the inspiration behind her career, the anticipation of spring, and more.
Whether she’s sourcing tunes to your favorite film, completing the atmospheric vibe of hotels and restaurants, or rocking out at a live concert with family, Lindsey Driscoll is all about painting a detailed scene through the sound of music. We caught up with the Music Supervisor and Environmental Soundtrack Designer to talk about the inspiration behind her career, the anticipation of spring, and more.
What inspired your decision to become a music curator?
I think music curator is a nice umbrella title—technically speaking, I am a music supervisor for film, tv, and advertising as well as an environmental soundtrack designer for hotels, restaurants, and retail brands. I fell into it all organically. I've always been drawn to interesting, non-commercial music, I married a musician and have always lived alongside friends and artists within the industry so it's safe to say my soul gravitates towards that world. I was a radio DJ in college and in a band or two (weren't we all), then eventually carved out a niche job for myself in music marketing with a major fashion company simply by asking if I could help with store playlists. That company gave me the platform to refine my music synchronization skills in both the advertising and experiential retail spaces and ten years later I made the jump to independent gig-work in film and hospitality.
Tell us a little bit about your job and what are the fun highlights?
My ultimate goal in any music curation gig is to bring a space, message, or scene to life. Music can absolutely make or break an experience and whether it's related to sound tracking a film or a hotel lobby, my role is to make the overall vision abundantly clear. I love that I get an opportunity to be creative through curating a tangible vibe, further igniting the audience's senses through that extra layer of a perfectly paired sound. I also love that it constantly challenges me to explore new genres of music. Anyone can make a playlist but it takes a true and experienced artist to paint a detailed scene.
What was the last live concert you went to?
I took my three-year-old daughter to see her dad perform at the Chicago Theater with his band, The War on Drugs. It was a transcendental experience for both of us. Watching her watch him, finally being at a show for the first time in 2 ½ years, being reunited with some of my best friends—it was a profoundly liberating and psychedelic experience.
Can you tell us about the inspo behind the spring campaign playlist you curated for us?
Speaking of psychedelic, there are so many 60s inspired prints and outlines here so I had to channel my inner hippy! The 60s mod, fluorescent floral patterns paired next to the camouflage army attire, the added accessories of oversized summer-y hats, coupled with the loose and airy fabrics just scream elements of sunshine, Woodstock, sprawling hills, freedom—it translates to a very "Sunny with a high of 80” playlist to me!
What are you looking forward to most this Spring?
Getting out of the house, going on adventures, feeling the sunshine on my face, and peeling off the many layers of coats, socks, and masks. Where are my sandals and sunglasses?
What’s your favorite print or piece of Sanctuary’s Spring collection?
I love a bright vintage tee so the Go Take A Hike Tee in Washed Sunny is calling my name! I also love the classic 60s feel of the Girlfriend Tie Shirt in Lion River paired with the Switchback Cuffed Short in Brilliant White. It’s so Megan Draper from Madmen Season 4 and hello! Who doesn’t want to look and feel like that!
What inspired your decision to become a music curator?
I think music curator is a nice umbrella title—technically speaking, I am a music supervisor for film, tv, and advertising as well as an environmental soundtrack designer for hotels, restaurants, and retail brands. I fell into it all organically. I've always been drawn to interesting, non-commercial music, I married a musician and have always lived alongside friends and artists within the industry so it's safe to say my soul gravitates towards that world. I was a radio DJ in college and in a band or two (weren't we all), then eventually carved out a niche job for myself in music marketing with a major fashion company simply by asking if I could help with store playlists. That company gave me the platform to refine my music synchronization skills in both the advertising and experiential retail spaces and ten years later I made the jump to independent gig-work in film and hospitality.
Tell us a little bit about your job and what are the fun highlights?
My ultimate goal in any music curation gig is to bring a space, message, or scene to life. Music can absolutely make or break an experience and whether it's related to sound tracking a film or a hotel lobby, my role is to make the overall vision abundantly clear. I love that I get an opportunity to be creative through curating a tangible vibe, further igniting the audience's senses through that extra layer of a perfectly paired sound. I also love that it constantly challenges me to explore new genres of music. Anyone can make a playlist but it takes a true and experienced artist to paint a detailed scene.
What was the last live concert you went to?
I took my three-year-old daughter to see her dad perform at the Chicago Theater with his band, The War on Drugs. It was a transcendental experience for both of us. Watching her watch him, finally being at a show for the first time in 2 ½ years, being reunited with some of my best friends—it was a profoundly liberating and psychedelic experience.
Can you tell us about the inspo behind the spring campaign playlist you curated for us?
Speaking of psychedelic, there are so many 60s inspired prints and outlines here so I had to channel my inner hippy! The 60s mod, fluorescent floral patterns paired next to the camouflage army attire, the added accessories of oversized summer-y hats, coupled with the loose and airy fabrics just scream elements of sunshine, Woodstock, sprawling hills, freedom—it translates to a very "Sunny with a high of 80” playlist to me!
What are you looking forward to most this Spring?
Getting out of the house, going on adventures, feeling the sunshine on my face, and peeling off the many layers of coats, socks, and masks. Where are my sandals and sunglasses?
What’s your favorite print or piece of Sanctuary’s Spring collection?
I love a bright vintage tee so the Go Take A Hike Tee in Washed Sunny is calling my name! I also love the classic 60s feel of the Girlfriend Tie Shirt in Lion River paired with the Switchback Cuffed Short in Brilliant White. It’s so Megan Draper from Madmen Season 4 and hello! Who doesn’t want to look and feel like that!
