Arts Talk welcomes music executive and recording artist Sarah McMullen to share her take on the evolving role of sync in the age of AI and discuss her commitment to approaching music supervision as an act of creative stewardship, working to protect artists and their legacies through the intimate and detailed work of music placement.
“What’s the best song for two people kissing in the rain in 1926?” In episode three, we are joined by music executive and recording artist Sarah McMullen, who is leading the way as part of a new generation of music supervisors redefining what that role means and what it means for the future of music itself. The new ears behind beloved film and TV company A24’s music supervision slate, Sarah's resume includes dynamic projects with Netflix, Apple, TBWA\Media Arts Lab and more. In this episode, Sarah shares how the creative challenge of clearing samples and placing music in film, television and beyond is shaped by her family’s own notable musical legacy, details how she is navigating the introduction of AI into a rapidly changing music and technological environment, and offers advice for aspiring supervisors on how to set boundaries for success in creative fields.
Music Credits
"Creativity," Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock
The New Lost City Ramblers
Mother Maybelle Carter
“Skyscraper,” Sarah McMullen
“Never Too Much,” Luther Vandross
Sweet Emma Barrett And Her New Orleans Music
Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show (Live), Kendrick Lamar
“Reunion,” Matthew Herbert
Matteah Baim