Lanterns Soundtrack Season 1 Guide
New recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, two intergalactic cops, are drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
HBO Max’s 2026 DC Universe series Lanterns brings a gritty, ground-level mystery to the screen as veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) investigate a murder in the American heartland. Blending sci-fi intrigue with a dark crime-procedural tone, the soundtrack powers their earthbound investigation with a mix of classic funk, 70s rock, and vintage soul.
The series promotional campaign and premiere episode set an energetic tone. Nine Inch Nails’ industrial rock track 'Beside You In Time' and Drop the Lime's 'State Trooper' anchor the official trailers, while the pilot features iconic needle drops including KC and the Sunshine Band’s 'Boogie Shoes' and 'Get Down Tonight', alongside The Stooges’ raw rock track 'No Fun.
Episode 1: Pilot (Aug 16, 2026)
Episode 1 Songs: After a fatal shooting, Green Lantern Hal Jordan and new recruit John Stewart set out to prove it was an extraterrestrial event
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In Brightest Day, In Blackest Night (Lanterns Theme) [from "Lanterns"]
Scene Context: Lanterns Opening Music
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Scene Context: Hal arrives late on the street to pick up John.
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Scene Context: In the car, Hal hands the ring to John and then exits.
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Sigue creyendo en mí
Sandhy & Mandhy
Scene Context: At a taco stand, Hal interacts with customers by posing for photographs.
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Scene Context: Hal departs using an aircraft, and John pursues him by regular plane.
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Scene Context: At a bar, Hal discusses receiving his ring with John while they drink.
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Coming Home
Scene Context: At the bar, John engages in conversation with Zoe, while Hal continues to fight.
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Scene Context: John and Hal meet William Macon in his kitchen while he is preparing dinner.
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Knievel
Scud Mountain Boys
Scene Context: John discovers Hal's frozen body in the stands / Lanterns Episode 1 Ending Credits Music
Episode 2: Trust Fall (Aug 23, 2026)
Episode 2 Songs
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Human Condition
Pretty Sick
Scene Context: In Sinestro's prison cell, Hal Jordan interrogates him about the Manhunters as the end credits begin to roll.
Episode 3: OutKast (Aug 30, 2026)
Episode 3 Songs:
Lanterns Season 1 Trailer Songs
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State Trooper
Drop the Lime
Lanterns HBO Max Teaser Music
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Beside You In Time
Lanterns HBO Max Official Trailer Music
Following its series premiere on August 16, 2026, the pilot episode features warm, atmospheric cuts like Leon Bridges’ 'Coming Home' and Melanie’s 'Brand New Key.' Stay tuned as we update this soundtrack guide weekly with every new song and score track featured throughout the season on HBO Max.
Main Cast
- Aaron Pierre John Stewart
- Kyle Chandler Hal Jordan
- Kelly Macdonald Sheriff Kerry
- Garret Dillahunt William Macon
- Poorna Jagannathan Zoe
Official Trailer
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| E1 | In Brightest Day, In Blackest Night (Lanterns Theme) [from "Lanterns"] | Stephanie Economou |
| E1 | Boogie Shoes | KC and the Sunshine Band |
| E1 | Get Down Tonight | KC and the Sunshine Band |
| E1 | Sigue creyendo en mí | Sandhy & Mandhy |
| E1 | No Fun | The Stooges |
| E1 | Brand New Key | Melanie |
| E1 | Coming Home | Leon Bridges |
| E1 | Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, BWV 1007: I. Prélude | Johann Sebastian Bach |
| E1 | Knievel | Scud Mountain Boys |
| E2 | Human Condition | Pretty Sick |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Lanterns: Season 1?
The score for Lanterns: Season 1 was composed by Stephanie Economou.
How many songs are in the soundtrack for Lanterns: Season 1?
There are 12 songs featured in the soundtrack for Lanterns: Season 1. SeekerTune lists all of them with detailed scene descriptions.
What are the genres of Lanterns: Season 1?
The main genres for Lanterns: Season 1 include Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Mystery.
How many seasons does Lanterns have?
The TV show Lanterns currently has 1 season.