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Breaking Bad Season 1 (2008) Soundtrack Guide

Breaking Bad

AMC 8 Drama | Crime 2008

Walter White, a New Mexico chemistry teacher, is diagnosed with Stage III cancer and given a prognosis of only two years left to live. He becomes filled with a sense of fearlessness and an unrelenting desire to secure his family's financial future at any cost as he enters the dangerous world of drugs and crime.

Soundtrack by Episode

Episode 1: Pilot (Jan 20, 2008)

When an unassuming high school chemistry teacher discovers he has a rare form of lung cancer, he decides to team up with a former student and create a top of the line crystal meth in a used RV, to provide for his family once he is gone.

Episode 2: Cat's in the Bag... (Jan 27, 2008)

Walt and Jesse attempt to tie up loose ends. The desperate situation gets more complicated with the flip of a coin. Walt's wife, Skyler, becomes suspicious of Walt's strange behavior.

  • 00:13:00

    Scene Context: As Walt drives to Jesse's place, the soundtrack fills the car with tunes while he's carrying a container of deadly Hydrofluoric acid. Meanwhile, Krazy-8 comes into view on the road ahead.

  • 00:14:00

    Scene Context: Skyler logs onto Pinkman's website, revealing her curiosity about his online activities. The visit hints at her growing unease with his involvement in Jesse's drug operation. As she browses through his digital domain, we get a glimpse into Pinkman's murky world.

  • 00:30:00

    Scene Context: Walt heads to Jesse's kitchen and gets to work on rolling a joint. The two friends spend some quiet time together, just enjoying each other's company.

Episode 3: ...And the Bag's in the River (Feb 10, 2008)

Walter fights with Jesse over his drug use, causing him to leave Walter alone with their captive, Krazy-8. Meanwhile, Hank has a scared straight moment with Walter Jr. after his aunt discovers he has been smoking pot. Also, Skylar is upset when Walter stays away from home.

Episode 4: Cancer Man (Feb 17, 2008)

Walter finally tells his family that he has been stricken with cancer. Meanwhile, the DEA believes Albuquerque has a new, big time player to worry about. Meanwhile, a worthy recipient is the target of a depressed Walter's anger, and Jesse makes a surprise visit to his parents home.

Episode 5: Gray Matter (Feb 24, 2008)

Walter and Skyler attend a former colleague's party. Jesse tries to free himself from the drugs, while Skyler organizes an intervention.

Episode 6: Crazy Handful of Nothin' (Mar 2, 2008)

The side effects of chemo begin to plague Walt. Meanwhile, the DEA rounds up suspected dealers.

Episode 7: A No Rough Stuff Type Deal (Mar 9, 2008)

Walter accepts his new identity as a drug dealer after a PTA meeting. Elsewhere, Jesse decides to put his aunt's house on the market and Skyler is the recipient of a baby shower.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who composed the music for Breaking Bad: Season 1?

The score for Breaking Bad: Season 1 was composed by Dave Porter.

How many songs are in the soundtrack for Breaking Bad: Season 1?

There are 26 songs featured in the soundtrack for Breaking Bad: Season 1. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.

What are the genres of Breaking Bad: Season 1?

The main genres for Breaking Bad: Season 1 include Drama, Crime.

How many seasons does Breaking Bad have?

The TV show Breaking Bad currently has 5 seasons.

Show Information
Network AMC
Composers Dave Porter
Music Supervisor Thomas Golubic
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