This blog post was originally published in Aug. 2021 and last updated in March 2024.
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A few weeks ago, I sent my email subscribers spooky playlists I've been loving this year. They range from quiet, acoustic playlists you'd hear in a coffee shop to dark and moody playlists you'd listen to during a thunderstorm.
Music is such an important part of Halloween for me. It sets the mood, whether I'm working on blog posts, hosting a party, or just want some spooky ambiance in my day.
As a result, I am always seeking out something new to listen to. One of my favorite tricks for finding new spooky playlists on Spotify is doing a keyword search. The more offbeat, the better! I'll drop in words like "coffin" or "60s witch" and see what comes up.
Since the beginning of 2021, I've been keeping track of my favorites. Today I'm sharing them with you!
15 Spooky Playlists to get you in the Halloween Mood
All of these playlists are on Spotify. You can create an account for free to listen. If you have another favorite streaming platform, you should be able to scroll through every tracklist. Otherwise, all the LISTEN NOW links will open in a web browser so you can view the tracklist and recreate it yourself.
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1. Spooky Autumn Mood
What does autumn sound like? Quiet, moody, and sometimes a little dark...just like this playlist. LISTEN NOW
2. Halloween Coffee Shop
One of my original picks dropped off the list and was a Halloween coffee shop theme…so I’m replacing it with one of my faves from your Best Halloween Ever. LISTEN NOW
3. My Girlfriend is a Witch
I love the song "My Girlfriend is a Witch" by October Country, so any playlist titled after this tune gets my vote. LISTEN NOW
4. 60s Witchy Vibes
Growing up in the early 90s, I listened to 60s music almost exclusively. I couldn't have told you who NKOTB was, but The Beach Boys? I knew every Wilson brother and cousin by heart. This one is a fun way to revisit music I love so dearly. LISTEN NOW
5. Folk Horror & Occult Psychedlia
After enjoying the playlist above, I decided to dive a bit further into 60s music I might not have known as a kid. This is probably the most offbeat playlist in this blog post, and it's a total trip. LISTEN NOW
6. Bohemian Witch
You know I love a good witchy playlist, and this is a great one that has inspired a few songs to be added to my own. LISTEN NOW
7. Witch Baby
Named after the bath product company, this playlist comes from an employee who plays this at one of Witch Baby Soap's storefronts in New Jersey! LISTEN NOW
8. Rainy Day Drive
Not every playlist here is exclusively spooky or Halloweeny. The best autumn days are rainy ones, and I love the softer music they call for. LISTEN NOW
9. Dark & Gothic
The only playlist curated by Spotify on this list, but it's a good one. My love of Halloween has allowed me to explore the pioneers of alternative rock, and this playlist is full of my favorites. LISTEN NOW
10. Harvest Moon
If I wasn't listening to 60s pop/rock as a kid, I was likely listening to the 70s folk-rock my parents often played. This playlist if full of those favorites. LISTEN NOW
11. The Love Witch
I love the movie "The Love Witch". Back around Valoween, I ran across this playlist inspired by the movie and, well, fell in love. LISTEN NOW
12. Baby, You're a Haunted House
Named for the Gerard Way song, this playlist is loaded up with darker rock songs that will definitely leave you feeling haunted. LISTEN NOW
13. Spooky Love
The perfect playlist to listen to while falling in love with someone haunting. LISTEN NOW
14. Love is Kind of Crazy With a Spooky Little Boy Like You
Of course, I love the original version of "Spooky" by Classic IV...but the Dusty Springfield cover that kicks off this killer playlist is a close second. LISTEN NOW
15. Witchy Woman
And finally, the perfect playlist for all my fellow witchy friends. LISTEN NOW
Which playlist is your favorite?
Let me know in the comments! I'd also love it if you shared a link to your favorite playlist that gets you in the Halloween mood.
Looking for more Halloween playlists? Take a spin through my musical archives!
