Electronic Halloween Music to Get You in the Mood

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It’s that time of year again! Time to get spooky and get into the Halloween mood. Check out our top picks for electronic Halloween music to get you in the mood.

Introduction

It’s that time of year again where the leaves are changing color, the air is getting cooler, and everything is pumpkin spice flavored. That’s right, it’s almost Halloween! And what better way to get into the spooky spirit than by listening to some creepy, crawly electronic music?

So turn off the lights, light some candles, and put on this playlist of electronic Halloween music to get you in the mood. From spooky soundscapes to dark and dubby techno, there’s something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and let the music take you on a journey into the darkest depths of your imagination.

“This Is Halloween” by Marilyn Manson

This Is Halloween by Marilyn Manson is one of the most popular electronic Halloween songs. It is a dark and haunting song that perfectly sets the mood for Halloween.

“Thriller” by Michael Jackson

“Thriller” is a song recorded by American singer Michael Jackson, composed by Rod Temperton, and produced by Quincy Jones. It is the seventh and final single released by Epic Records from his 1982 studio album Thriller. A 14-minute video showing Jackson in a zombie apocalypse was directed by John Landis and choreographed by Michael Peters. The song was released on October 2, 1983, as the album’s fifth single. It peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in early 1984 and became one of Jackson’s best-selling singles, with sales of over nine million copies worldwide.

The song received positive reviews from contemporary music critics. In 2001, “Thriller” was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. In 2008, it was ranked number 21 on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 Greatest Songs of All Time. It has been included in two of Rolling Stone’s 500 Greatest Songs of All Time lists, at number 44 in 2004 and at number 303 in 2011.

“Heads Will Roll” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs

This synth-driven Halloween bop will have you dancing all night long. The Yeah Yeah Yeahs never disappoint, and “Heads Will Roll” is the perfect mix of spooky and fun.

“Superstition” by Stevie Wonder

“Superstition” is a popular song written, produced, and performed by Stevie Wonder for Motown Records in 1972. The song’s lyrics deal with superstitions and urban legends. It peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1973 and became Wonder’s second number-one hit single. The song was included on Wonder’s album Talking Book, which won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year.

“I Put a Spell on You” by Nina Simone

Nina Simone’s Spell on You is one of the most haunting and beautiful pieces of music ever written. It’s perfect for setting the mood on Halloween night. The lyrics are written in a spell-like cadence, and the electronic production gives the song an otherworldly feel. If you’re looking for a truly unique piece of music to help you get in the Halloween spirit, look no further than Nina Simone’s Spell on You.

“Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell

This song by Rockwell was released in 1984 and it peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song is about a man who feels like he is being watched and he does not know why.

“Spooky” by Classics IV

This song was released in 1967 by the band Classics IV. It reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has become a Halloween classic. The lyrics are written from the perspective of a child who is afraid of the dark and ghosts. The song has a spooky, eerie feeling that is perfect for Halloween.

“Halloween” by Dead Man’s Bones

From the moment you start listening to “Halloween” by Dead Man’s Bones, you can’t help but get swept up in the eerie atmosphere of the song. The opening synth melody is otherworldly, and as the song progresses, it only gets more and more haunting. By the time the choir comes in during the chorus, you’ll be completely hooked.

“Halloween” is the perfect song to set the mood for a spooky Halloween night. Whether you’re getting ready to go out Trick-or-Treating, or just want to set the tone for a night of horror movies, this song will do the job perfectly. So turn down the lights, crank up the volume, and get ready for a truly unforgettable Halloween experience.

“A Nightmare on My Street” by D.J. Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince

This spooky rap tune was released in 1988 and was the lead single from the duo’s second album, He’s the D.J., I’m the Rapper. The song samples the theme tune to horror movie classic A Nightmare on Elm Street, and the video features scenes from the film. It was a huge hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and becoming one of the most memorable Halloween songs of all time.

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