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A Taste for Murder Season 1 (2026) Soundtrack Guide

A Taste for Murder

BritBox 7 Crime | Drama | Mystery 2026

Follows DCI Joe Mottram, a star detective with the Metropolitan police who, after a personal tragedy, retreats to Capri in Italy with his daughter to stay with his Italian in-laws for the summer.

A Taste for Murder soundtrack features a curated playlist of italian songs featuring tracks from artists like Fabrizio Cesare, Vincenzo Orrù, Daniele Benati and others. This guide provides the complete list of soundtrack songs and scene descriptions, along with details on the composers and music supervisors involved in the BritBox / ITV show. For more information on soundtrack songs and track listings, check the series section.

The plot centers on a six-part crime procedural set in Capri, Italy, following DCI Joe Mottram (Warren Brown) and Elena Da Vinale (Phyllis Logan). After a personal tragedy in London, Mottram relocates to the Mediterranean with his teenage daughter, only to become involved in a series of local investigations. This transition from a quiet retreat to active detective work is often accompanied by specific background tunes and a musical score that reflects the shift in tone across the six episodes.

Soundtrack by Episode

Episode 1: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

A family reunion in Italy is shattered when a body is found at sea, and a restaurant employee is arrested.

Episode 2: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

A British tourist’s fatal fall sparks questions that don’t quite add up.

Episode 3: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

Episode 4: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

Episode 5: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

Episode 6: TBA (Apr 7, 2026)

Created by Matt Baker and produced by Eagle Eye Drama, the series utilizes a culinary-themed structure where each mystery is linked to traditional Italian cuisine. Directed by Jon Jones, the production includes performances by Cristiana Dell'Anna and was filmed on location in Italy and Croatia. The soundtrack incorporates various instrumental tracks and melodic songs to enhance the atmospheric setting, while the musical choices underscore the themes of family connection and resolution within the narrative.

Main Cast

  • Warren Brown DCI Joe Mottram
  • Phyllis Logan Elena Da Vinale
  • Beau Gadsdon Angelica
  • Cristiana Dell'Anna Police Inspector Lara Sarrancino
  • Urbano Barberini Gennaro Da Vinale
  • Alessandro Fella Luca
  • Gaia Scodellaro Daria
  • Alessandro Bedetti Daniele
  • Giuseppe Bonifati Andrea Carlotti

Official Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many songs are in the soundtrack for A Taste for Murder: Season 1?

There are 16 songs featured in the soundtrack for A Taste for Murder: Season 1. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.

What are the genres of A Taste for Murder: Season 1?

The main genres for A Taste for Murder: Season 1 include Crime, Drama, Mystery.

How many seasons does A Taste for Murder have?

The TV show A Taste for Murder currently has 1 season.

Which Italian song is playing while they're kissing on the stairs in episode 4?

Hello Matt, We haven't yet identified which song it is.

Community Q&A

Matt says:

Which Italian song is playing while they're kissing on the stairs in episode 4?

SeekerTune says:

Hello Matt, We haven't yet identified which song it is.

SHOW INFO
Network BritBox
External Links TMDB, IMDb