When Paramount+ dropped Landman, audiences came for the drama but stayed for the tunes. This gritty, sunbaked Texas tale delivers more than oilfield dust and cowboy boots. It pumps out a soundtrack that’s just as bold, rough-edged, and emotionally raw as the characters who live and breathe the boomtown life. Season 1 didn’t just strike oil with viewers—it hit a musical gusher.
Music supervisor Andrea von Foerster (you may know her from Yellowstone) curated a soundscape that sticks. It crackles with Southern swagger, Americana grit, and a healthy dose of outlaw country. From the opening moments to the last wistful chords, every episode thrums with the sound of life on the edge of fortune—and often, disaster.
Let’s crank up the volume and dive deep into the tracks that shaped each episode of Season 1.
Season 1 Soundtrack Breakdown: Episode by Episode
Episode 1: “Landman”
- “La Diabla” by Xavi
- Sets the tone in the truck radio scene, introducing viewers to the series’ ambiance.
- “No Vacancy” by Treaty Oak Revival
- Plays as characters wait in line for coffee, highlighting the show’s authentic Texan roots.
- “Debtor’s Blues” by Vincent Neil Emerson
- Accompanies Tommy preparing for work, reflecting his internal struggles.
- “Take Me Home” by Tanner Usrey
- Underscores Tommy’s drive to the accident scene, adding emotional depth.
- “Everlasting Lover” by 49 Winchester
- Plays during Tommy’s drive to the café, enhancing the narrative’s flow.
- “Boomtown” by Treaty Oak Revival
- Features on the truck radio en route to the football game, emphasizing the boomtown culture.
- “The Housefire” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Heard on the radio as characters return to camp, closing the episode on a poignant note.
This episode starts strong with gritty tunes on truck radios and ends with emotional steel guitar sliding into your soul.
Episode 2: “Dreamers & Losers”
- “Bad Medicine” by Whiskey Myers
- Echoes in the house and on the radio, reflecting the episode’s gritty undertones.
- “Another Bad Apple” by Ward Davis
- Sets the mood in the M-Tex Oil House, aligning with the show’s themes of ambition and consequence.
- “Make Me Wanna Smoke” by Ella Langley
- Plays in The Patch Café, adding a contemporary touch to the scene.
- “Mean Old Sun” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Enhances the atmosphere in The Patch Café, resonating with the show’s Western setting.
- “Snakebite” by Brent Cobb
- Closes the episode during the drive away, leaving viewers with a lingering sense of anticipation.
Think Texas twang, café charm, and just enough edge to make your boots tap nervously.
Episode 3: “Hell Has a Front Yard”
- “1,000 Miles” by Josh Meloy
- Introduces the episode at the airport, setting a reflective tone.
- “Lord Bury Me in Texas” by Shane Smith & The Saints
- Faintly plays at the country club, subtly reinforcing the show’s Texan roots.
- “Turn Up The Bottle” by Whitey Morgan
- Heard in the truck with the lawyer, mirroring the characters’ rugged lifestyles.
- “Hunt You Down” by Kaitlin Butts
- Features at the pool, adding a playful yet edgy vibe.
- “Mi Chaparrita” by Fernando Rios Roman
- Plays at the wake, infusing cultural authenticity into the scene.
- “Heartless” by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
- Accompanies the return from the club, highlighting the characters’ emotional complexities.
- “The Rut” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Sets the mood in the bedroom scene, emphasizing relational tensions.
- “Full Circle” by Hunnit
- Plays during the coffee line scene, adding a modern flair.
By now, the show’s tone is clear: every location, from a pool to a wake, deserves its own anthem.
Episode 4: “The Sting of Second Chances”
- “Roll With It” by Tom Hillock
- Opens the episode with an exercise scene, energizing the narrative.
- “How Lucky Am I” by Kaitlin Butts
- Plays by the pool, introducing a softer, introspective moment.
- “Gin, Smoke, Lies” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Features at The Patch Café, reinforcing the show’s country roots.
- “Wrecked” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Accompanies the ladies’ arrival at The Patch Café, adding a dynamic touch.
- “Empty As a Drum” by Turnpike Troubadours
- Plays during the George Strait story at The Patch Café, enriching the narrative.
- “I Blame The Bar” by Ella Langley
- Heard in the lawyer’s car, reflecting the characters’ personal dilemmas.
One episode, three Turnpike Troubadours tracks? That’s not overkill. That’s just excellent taste.
Episode 5: “Where Is Home”
- “Something in the Orange (Z&E’s Version)” – Zach Bryan
- Plays beside the pool, offering a moment of contemplation.
Fewer songs, more feels. Sometimes all it takes is one track to land the emotional punch.
Episode 6: “Beware the Second Beating”
- “The Git Up” – Blanco Brown
- “That Time Again” – Charles Wesley Godwin
This one leans into grit and melancholy. It aches in all the right places.
Episode 7: “All Roads Lead to a Hole”
- “If Today Doesn’t Do Me In” by Ian Noe
- Opens the segment, setting a somber tone.
- “Sunshine (Western AF Version)” by Red Clay Strays
- Closes the scene, leaving viewers with a sense of hope amidst adversity.
When you hear Blanco Brown, you know there’s a gym scene—or at least something bold brewing.
Episode 8: “Clumsy, This Life”
- “Hang My Heart” by Nicolle Galyon
- Introduces the episode during the opening sequence, setting an introspective mood.
- “You Didn’t Hear That From Me” by Kameron Marlowe
- Plays at the company house, reflecting the characters’ internal conflicts.
- “La Grange” by ZZ Top
- Features during the retirement home field trip, adding a classic rock vibe.
- “Change The Game” by Cody Jinks
- Accompanies the date scene, highlighting the characters’ evolving relationships.
- “Crossing Lines” by Tanner Usrey
- Plays at The Patch Café, emphasizing the show’s country roots.
Classic rock, Texas grit, and relationship drama all meet under one big sky.
Episode 9: “Wolfcamp”
- “Blue Collar” by Drayton Farley
- Opens the episode, resonating with the working-class themes.
- “Bailazo” by Bang Data
- Features during Tommy’s phone argument with the cartel boss, adding tension.
- “Do Ya” by Belle Frantz
- Plays in Rick’s Cabaret, enhancing the scene’s atmosphere.
- “Livin’ It Up Down In Texas” by Billy F. Gibbons
- Accompanies Angela and Ainsley’s gym session, infusing a Texan flair.
- “Romanza” by Hugh Burns & Danny Schogger
- Sets the mood during dinner at the company house, adding a classical touch.
- “Rock It In” by Jim Carolan
- Plays when Tommy requests loud music after dinner, energizing the scene.
- “Neon & Off” by Laci Kaye Booth
- Features subtly in the bedroom during a negotiation, reflecting underlying tensions.
- “Ain’t Done Losing Yet” by Charley Crockett
- Plays during breakfast at the company house, underscoring the characters’ struggles.
- Original Score by Andrew Lockington
- Composed specifically for the coyote in the field scene, closing the episode on a reflective note.
Episode 9 serves a buffet of genres, from Latin grooves to honky-tonk hooks.
Episode 10: “The Crumbs of Hope”
- “Girls, Girls, Girls” by Mötley Crüe
- Sets the lively tone at the strip club with the seniors.
- “9 Lives (Black Cat)” by Koe Wetzel
- Features during the strip club scene, adding a rebellious edge.
- “Sailing” by Christopher Cross
- Plays in the retirement home van, offering a moment of calm.
- “Destiny” by Tanner Usrey
- Accompanies Aynsley and her boyfriend in the bedroom, highlighting their connection.
- “El Gato Negro” by Alex Arellano
- Features in the cartel bar, adding authenticity to the setting
From strip clubs to quiet breakfast tables, every beat wraps the season with swagger and soul.
Looking Ahead: What’s Coming in Season 2?
So what’s next for our ears in Season 2? Official word on the soundtrack remains hush-hush. Still, we can guess a few things.
- Expect familiar voices. Artists like Turnpike Troubadours, Tanner Usrey, and Treaty Oak Revival nailed the vibe. Fans want more.
- Fresh voices will rise. Landman loves its indie darlings. Season 2 will likely unearth a few gems waiting to shine.
- Themes will evolve. As characters grow, so will the music. Grittier arcs may invite darker melodies. Softer turns might need acoustic soul.
- The setting won’t change. Expect more Texas. More honky-tonks. More songs that make you want to quit your job and buy boots.
A Soundtrack That Sticks With You
Landman doesn’t just tell a story. It sings one. Whether it’s a dusty ballad or a raucous two-step, the music grounds every moment in real emotion.
So, as we wait for Season 2, let’s revisit those tracks. Add them to your playlist. Play them loud. And remember: in Texas, every song tells a story—and every story needs a damn good soundtrack.
You can enjoy the Landman soundtrack on Spotify through these curated playlists:
- Landman Official Playlist: Features tracks like “Livin’ It Up Down In Texas” by Billy F Gibbons and “Girls, Girls, Girls” by Mötley Crüe. Spotify
- Landman Paramount Soundtrack: Includes songs such as “No Vacancy” by Treaty Oak Revival and “Debtor’s Blues” by Vincent Neil Emerson. Spotify
Additionally, the official soundtrack album, Landman (From the Paramount+ Original Series) by Andrew Lockington, is available on Spotify. Spotify
These playlists and the soundtrack album offer a comprehensive listening experience of the music featured in the series.
