Halloween landing on a weekend means there will be hundreds of thousands if not millions of Halloween parties nationwide. Today, we rank the greatest ...

Closing out the set of four river-based murder ballads is none other than Chris Knight’s sprawling, 7-minute epic tells the harrowing journey of a man taking revenge for his brother’s murder. Easily ...

Billboard ranked what they consider the best Halloween songs. All Things Considered staffers have strong opinions about Billboard's take.

This one practically moonwalks onto every Halloween playlist. Between the creepy Vincent Price monologue and the iconic music video, "Thriller" is a full-blown spooky spectacle. Just try not to dance.

Every Halloween needs a soundtrack. From eerie movie themes to catchy monster jams, the right songs can turn an ordinary night into something spooky, fun and unforgettable. Whether you’re dancing in a ...

Undying classics from the Killboard Rot 100. By Joe Lynch Executive Digital Director Halloween songs might not be as beloved — or profitable — as Christmas music (though that’s changing a bit), but ...

We all know that even though a Halloween party may have the creepiest cocktails, the goriest Halloween games and the most frightening-looking Halloween food, but let's not forget Halloween music! Any ...

While fans see "Thriller" as the king of Halloween, Billboard ’s ranking likely relied on streaming data, radio play, and chart performance, rather than cultural influence. That may explain why songs ...

Music has always been part of how we celebrate Halloween; it sets the tone, builds atmosphere, and draws us into that mix of fright and fun the holiday is known for. Spooky songs turn an ordinary ...

Fill up your holiday playlist with spooky and satisfying tracks from Yeah Yeah Yeahs, the Sonics, Geto Boys and more. By David Renard Hello from your guest playlister for the day — I’m Dave Renard, an ...

Spooky season is officially upon us. Do you have your Halloween playlist ready to go? Are you tired of the “Monster Mash” and “Thriller?” If so — and even if you still love them but want more ...