Switched on Pop Where are all the scary songs?
Oct 29, 2024
As Halloween approaches, the hosts dive into the chilling absence of iconic scary songs. They explore the artistry behind horror soundtracks, revealing how dissonance and sound textures evoke fear. The discussion highlights beloved tracks like 'Thriller' and 'Monster Mash,' while encouraging listeners to craft their own spooky anthems. Insights into heavy metal’s intense emotional release illustrate the genre’s unique place in the scary music landscape. Join in on the fun as they brainstorm a humorous Halloween-themed song set in a haunted high school!
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Lack of Scary Halloween Music
- Halloween lacks a canon of truly scary music, unlike Christmas or Hanukkah.
- Many "Halloween" songs are novelty tunes or pop hits with spooky titles, not inherently frightening.
Making Music Scary
- To create a scary song, analyze musical qualities that evoke fear.
- Movie soundtracks offer good examples for study.
Dissonance and Fear
- Dissonance, the clash of notes, creates an unnerving effect.
- Repeating and increasing dissonance heightens the sense of terror.