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The Boroughs Season 1 (2026) Soundtrack Guide

The Boroughs

Netflix 7.8 Sci-Fi & Fantasy | Mystery 2026

In a seemingly perfect retirement community, a grieving newcomer's monstrous encounter inspires him to join a misfit crew of unlikely heroes who uncover a dark secret that proves their "golden years" are more dangerous, and they are more formidable, than anyone expects.

The Boroughs soundtrack includes a selection of tracks from David Bowie, Santana and others, along with an original score by John Paesano. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the 2026 Netflix production. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.

Created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, and executive produced by the Duffer Brothers, this supernatural mystery follows a group of unlikely heroes in a retirement community who must band together to stop an otherworldly threat. Set against the sun-drenched, desolate landscapes of the New Mexico desert, the mysterious events are framed by multiple upbeat tunes and subtle background tunes that accentuate the high-stakes suspense. These deliberate sonic selections contrast the quiet retirement lifestyle with a mounting sense of extraordinary danger, keeping the audience engaged in their struggle.

Soundtrack by Episode

Episode 1: Welcome to The Boroughs (May 21, 2026)

When grieving widower Sam Cooper reluctantly moves to a desert retirement community, he discovers something is lurking beneath its perfect surface.

Episode 2: The Mourning After (May 21, 2026)

Still reeling, Sam seeks answers close to home. Renee gets a break in the case of the missing minerals. Judy and Wally face up to painful realities.

Episode 3: A Pyramid (May 21, 2026)

Sam and Wally decide to take a risk. Renee and Paz's investigation brings them closer together. Art seeks answers in the desert.

Episode 4: Forbidden Fruit (May 21, 2026)

Art savors the fruits of his explorations. Blaine warns Sam that curiosity comes with consequences. Renee makes a shocking discovery.

Episode 5: Another Beautiful Day (May 21, 2026)

Sam, Judy and Wally uncover a new side of The Boroughs. Renee and Paz go on a road trip. Blaine tries to convince Claire to take action.

Episode 6: The Grey Rebellion (May 21, 2026)

With the entire gang under Blaine's thumb, Sam desperately seeks a way out. Art and Judy hit a breaking point. Wally gets a taste of a new life.

Episode 7: Time To Go (May 21, 2026)

As the anniversary party approaches, Anneliese reveals a painful secret. The gang gets in gear for a high-stakes rescue mission at The Manor.

Episode 8: Triple Audible (May 21, 2026)

With Blaine and Anneliese desperate to capture Mother, Sam and his friends put it all on the line to save their neighbors and set things right.

The Boroughs (Original Score from the Netflix Series)

Starring Alfred Molina, Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, and Bill Pullman, the Netflix production highlights how friendship and courage endure at any age. The orchestral score by John Paesano relies on soaring melodic tunes that capture the wonder and terror of the cosmic mystery unfolding in the desert. Furthermore, legendary vocal tracks from icons like Bruce Springsteen, David Bowie, and Santana are placed in crucial scenes, grounding the characters years of memories while intensifying the emotional weight of their supernatural battle.

Main Cast

  • Alfred Molina Sam
  • Geena Davis Renee
  • Alfre Woodard Judy
  • Denis O'Hare Wally
  • Clarke Peters Art
  • Bill Pullman Jack
  • Carlos Miranda Paz
  • Jena Malone Claire
  • Seth Numrich Blaine
  • Alice Kremelberg Anneliese

Official Trailer

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Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode

Episode Song Title Artist
E1 Golden Years David Bowie
E1 That's the Way I Talk About It Brocklesby Crooke & Kairos Kilt
E1 Oye Como Va Santana
E1 Thunder Road Bruce Springsteen
E1 Night Moves Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band
E2 Visions of Your Reality Ultimate Spinach
E2 Stormy Weather Etta James
E2 Steal Away Robbie Dupree
E3 Sex Beat Sex Beat
E3 Back On You Djo
E3 You Got a Killer Scene There, Man... Queens of the Stone Age
E3 Lose Your Soul Dead Man's Bones
E4 Lovely Day Bill Withers
E4 Alone Velma Valentina
E4 Black Night Cheryl Thompson
E4 The Passenger Siouxsie & The Banshees
E5 Creep in the Dark Clostridium Tetani
E5 Belshazzar (feat. The Tennessee Two) Johnny Cash
E6 Rock the Boat The Hues Corporation
E6 Up, Up and Away Engelbert Humperdinck
E6 Love Train The O'Jays
E6 Smiling Faces Sometimes The Undisputed Truth
E7 Cheek to Cheek Fred Astaire
E7 Cabaret Liza Minnelli
E7 Thunder Road Bruce Springsteen
E7 Barracuda Heart
E8 Oye Como Va Santana
E8 Thunder Road Bruce Springsteen
E8 Do You Believe In Magic? The Lovin' Spoonful
E8 Born to Run Bruce Springsteen

Frequently Asked Questions

Who composed the music for The Boroughs: Season 1?

The score for The Boroughs: Season 1 was composed by John Paesano.

How many songs are in the soundtrack for The Boroughs: Season 1?

There are 50 songs featured in the soundtrack for The Boroughs: Season 1. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.

What are the genres of The Boroughs: Season 1?

The main genres for The Boroughs: Season 1 include Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery.

How many seasons does The Boroughs have?

The TV show The Boroughs currently has 1 season.

SHOW INFO
Composer John Paesano
Network Netflix
External Links TMDB, IMDb