
The Boroughs Season 1 (2026) Soundtrack Guide
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.
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.
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Scene Context: The family takes Sam Cooper to The Boroughs and he says: "Ironic slogan for a place people come to die."
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That's the Way I Talk About It
Brocklesby Crooke & Kairos Kilt
Scene Context: Renee Joyce (Geena Davis) drives out of her house and wakes Sam, who was lying in bed.
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Scene Context: Music plays while Art (Clarke Peters) does yoga in his garden and Sam looks out the window.
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Thunder Road
Scene Context: Sam goes to talk to Mr. Shaw and has a memory of his ex-wife, Lilly (Jane Kaczmarek - Malcolm in the Middle), where they end up dancing to the music.
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Scene Context: The Boroughs Closing Credits Song
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.
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Visions of Your Reality
Ultimate Spinach
Scene Context: Song played while Art is driving and smoking cannabis
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Scene Context: Judy leaves her garage driving a golf cart.
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Steal Away
Robbie Dupree
Scene Context: Toni goes on stage to sing the song Steal Away at Jack's wake.
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.
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Sex Beat
Sex Beat
Scene Context: Renee is on the computer when she receives an motion detected alert.
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Scene Context: Watching the security camera footage and drinking.
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You Got a Killer Scene There, Man...
Queens of the Stone Age
Scene Context: Kissing on the couch
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Lose Your Soul
Dead Man's Bones
Scene Context: Episode 3 last song / Ending Credits
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.
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Scene Context: Song played while Art is playing golf, dancing and drinking
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Alone
Velma Valentina
Scene Context: Renee, while eating at the diner and looking at her phone, drops food on her clothes.
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Black Night
Cheryl Thompson
Scene Context: Art talking in the bar
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Scene Context: The Boroughs Episode 4 Ending Credits Song
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.
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Creep in the Dark
Clostridium Tetani
Scene Context: Opera music playing
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Belshazzar (feat. The Tennessee Two)
Scene Context: Mr. Shaw starting his day
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.
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Rock the Boat
The Hues Corporation
Scene Context: Party for Wally and the new lab
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Up, Up and Away
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Scene Context: Music is playing while Judy is cooking.
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Smiling Faces Sometimes
The Undisputed Truth
Scene Context: Judy and Art are talking in secret, saying they caught Sam.
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.
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Cheek to Cheek
Fred Astaire
Scene Context: Anneliese Shaw and Blaine talking at their house.
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Cabaret
Liza Minnelli
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Thunder Road
Scene Context: Sam singing into the microphone at karaoke.
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Scene Context: Episode 7 Closing Credits Music
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.
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Thunder Road
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Do You Believe In Magic?
Scene Context: Song playing at the house party
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Born to Run
Scene Context: Season Finale closing credits music
The Boroughs (Original Score from the Netflix Series)
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Welcome to the Boroughs
John Paesano
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The Manor
John Paesano
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Bye Bye, Butterfly
John Paesano
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Grey Rebellion
John Paesano
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Knock, Knock
John Paesano
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Crow Encounters
John Paesano
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Edward's Owl
John Paesano
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Saying Goodbye
John Paesano
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Setting the Trap
John Paesano
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Robot Ears
John Paesano
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Sweeter Stuff
John Paesano
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Cigarette Search
John Paesano
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The Duchess
John Paesano
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The Tunnels
John Paesano
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Wheelchair Sneaking
John Paesano
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Run!
John Paesano
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Mother's Miracle
John Paesano
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The Kids
John Paesano
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It's Her Choice
John Paesano
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Main Title (feat. Adam Hochstatter)
John Paesano
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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
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| 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.





