Phil Lawlor

Phil Lawlor is a Lecturer at the London College of Communication, where he teaches on the MA Music Management and MA Music Production courses. A music supervisor, DJ, and lifelong record collector, he runs a full-service music supervision agency and has worked with iconic artists like Bob Marley, U2, and Frank Sinatra.

• Undergraduate Degree in Music
• Postgraduate Degree in Music

His academic and professional work explores the intersections of creativity, identity, culture, and moving image in music. Phil has collaborated on award-winning films and global brand campaigns, leveraging his expertise in music licensing, synchronization, and genre curation across soul, funk, jazz, and hip hop. He draws inspiration from legendary film composers like Ennio Morricone and Quincy Jones, emphasizing the artistic-commercial balance in music production.

Phil contributes to music education by integrating his industry experience into teaching, focusing on real-world applications of music management and production techniques. His work bridges academic research and practical music supervision, particularly in the context of moving image projects.