Why your spooky season playlist could use a refresh

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10,776 views · 65 likes · Oct 22, 2026

For the last few fall seasons, a number of Halloween-themed songs have shot up the 'Billboard' Hot 100 after the holiday.

NPR Music's Hazel Cills explains why your spooky season playlist could use a refresh.

Host: Hazel Cills/NPR⁠
Producer: Alanté Serene/NPR…

For the last few fall seasons, a number of Halloween-themed songs have shot up the 'Billboard' Hot 100 after the holiday.

NPR Music's Hazel Cills explains why your spooky season playlist could use a refresh.

Host: Hazel Cills/NPR⁠
Producer: Alanté Serene/NPR…

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