Halloween night in Western Pa. may be a wash out – rain and strong gusts are in the forecast – so if you’re staying in or hosting trick-or-treaters at your place, here are some spooky songs to party along too.
Things start heavy on the song list but verve towards more danceable songs before finishing with a classic.
Enjoy and post your favorites in the comments.
“Bark at the Moon” – Ozzy Osbourne
Could probably spin off a complete Ozzy Halloween playlist, but we’ll start with this. And watch as Ozzy turns into a werewolf.
“Halloween” – Helloween
On theme with classic German heavy metal from 1987.
“Running with the Devil” – Van Halen
If you’re still in the search for a costume, you could dress up as David Lee Roth – just wear spandex pants, boas and do lots of flying kicks and jumps.
“Sympathy For The Devil” – The Rolling Stones
A lovely song about the devil.
“Werewolves of London” – Warren Zevon
This songs recreate the spooky vibes of the foggy streets of London.
“Ghost Train” – Shonen Knife
The list now turns towards some fun, more danceable, but still scary music.
“Ultraviolence” – Lana Del Rey
Del Ray makes songs that are beautiful and stylish, but still carry a sense of dread.
“Sweet but Psycho” – Ava Max
Watch out for psychos in your personal life.
“It’s Halloween” – The Shaggs
This song may scare both children and adults.
“Devil Town” – Daniel Johnston
The kids will remember this rainy Halloween for years.
“Rapture” – Blondie
Remember when New York City was scary?
“Zombie” – The Cranberries
The original grungy version that spooked teens in the 1990s.
“Zombie” – Bad Wolves
Or try this updated version by power metal group.
“Zombies” – Childish Gambino
Still on the zombie theme.
“A Nightmare on My Street” – DJ Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince
Now for some fun Halloween songs.
“Monster Mash” – Bobby Pickett
A classic. Who doesn’t like a graveyard smash?
“Ghostbusters” – Ray Parker Jr.
Why not.
“Thriller” – Michael Jackson
Watch the entire 13:42 minutes movie and take in the creepy story, the dance routines and MJ’s glorious leather jacket.
