It’s this time of the year where Halloween theme takes over the airwaves. Halloween signifies countdown to Christmas and puts summer vibes firmly behind us! Below we share some expert tips on how to make Halloween a huge success for you. From expert music choices to excellent audio branding.
When Do Radio Stations Play Halloween Music?
Halloween music hits start to slowly creep in from 1st October. Stations typically will have a “boil the frog” approach and introduce spooky songs bit by bit. Gradually increasing the number of songs day by day with accumulation on 31st of October.
What Are The Most Popular Halloween Songs?
Some incredible Halloween bangers to include on your radio station would include the following:
- “Thriller” by Michael Jackson (1983) – the 14 minute music video is arguably one of the most iconic music videos of all time!
- “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. (1984)
- “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Pickett (1962)
- “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” by Blue Öyster Cult (1976)
- “Highway to Hell” by AC/DC (1979)
- “This Is Halloween” by The Citizens of Halloween (1993)
- “Werewolves of London” by Warren Zevon (1978)
- “Somebody’s Watching Me” by Rockwell (1984)
- “A Nightmare on My Street” by DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince (1988)
- “Black Magic Woman” by Santana (1968)
- “Superstition” by Stevie Wonder (1972)
- “I Put a Spell on You” by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins (1956)
- “Evil Woman” by Electric Light Orchestra (1975)
- “Sympathy For The Devil” by The Rolling Stones (1968)
- “Bark at the Moon” by Ozzy Osbourne (1983)
- “Running Up The Hill” by Kate Bush. (1985) – Stranger Things has given this song a new meaning!
Modern (Post 2000s) Songs For Halloween
If you are looking for something NOT from the 80s or 90s there are some more modern songs that could serve as a Halloween inspiration below:
- “Bury a Friend” — Billie Eilish
- “Stranger Things” Theme — Kyle Dixon & Michael Stein
- “Haunted” — Beyonce
- “Haunted” — Taylor Swift
- “Wolves” — Selena Gomez & Marshmello
- “Dark Horse” — Katy Perry ft. Juicy J
- “Monster” — Lady Gaga
- “She Wolf” — Shakira
- “The Monster” — Eminem ft. Rihanna
- “Ghost” — Ella Henderson
- “Demons” — Imagine Dragons
- “Beggin” – Maneskin
Scripts For Halloween Jingles
If you are looking to add extra touches to your station this Halloween then custom radio jingles are the way to go! Below we have compiled a list of script ideas that you can get a professional voice over to record for you.
- Spook and fright with your Halloween DJ!
- Spook and fright this Halloween with your favourite station!
- Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to our Halloween feast for your ears!
- Here comes your favourite music… from hell!
- Now dear children it’s time to tuck safely into your beds… or check under them first… (evil laughter)
- Is it trick or treat….
- It’s Halloween, everyone’s entitled to one good scare.
- The cold air, the spooky dangers lurking around the corner… only on your favourite Halloween station!
- Never take candy from strangers… well – unless it’s Halloween of course!
- Be afraid…be very afraid…
- Whatever you do, don’t fall asleep… all night Halloween party on your favourite station!
- There is something dark at work here… your favourite station!
- On Halloween, witches come true; wild ghosts escape from dreams. Each monster dances in the park… to the sounds of your favourite radio station of course!
- ALERT! ALERT! This is not a drill. This is LEVEL 31 ALERT. Stay indoors…. There is something haunting in the light of the moon… listening to the radio station for further updates compulsory….
- The moon has awoken with the sleep of the sun, the light has been broken; the spell has begun… This is your Halloween experience… on your favourite station!
- Let terror, then, be turned into a treat… This Halloween, October 31st – Only with your favourite station!
- Something wicked comes this way… It’s Halloween special on your favourite station!
- Trick or treat, bag of sweets, ghosts are walking down the street.
- The dead rise again, bats fly, terror strikes and screams echo, for tonight it’s Halloween.
- It’s the day when mysterious things happen and wishes come true.. or do they!? (evil laughter)…
- Final haul of Halloween night… with your favourite station!
- The dead rise again, bats fly, terror strikes and screams echo, for tonight it’s Halloween.
- Just because you can’t see it… it doesn’t mean it’s not there!
- Sticky fingers, tired feet; one last song, trick or treat!
- When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, it’s time for one last song.. this Halloween!
- This witch can be bribed with chocolate… or this next Halloween tune!
- Keeping monsters away with spooktacular music
- Tonight only… Believe nothing you hear, and only one half that you see…. Halloween special on your favourite station!
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