Updated for Season 2, Episode 10 “Tragedy and Flies” – Season Finale premiered January 18, 2026
- A Note About This Guide
- Who’s Behind the Music in Season 2?
- Episode 6 Overview: “Dark Night of the Soul”
- Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 6
- 1. “Ruby Ann” – Turnpike Troubadours
- 2. “Hang Your Head Down Low” – Vincent Neil Emerson
- 3. “I Ain’t Drunk Enough Yet” – Madeline Edwards
- 4. “Be Here” – Turnpike Troubadours
- 5. “Black Powder” – Luke Grimes
- 6. “It’s Called Doubt” – Drayton Farley
- 7. “Lost Highway” – Cody Jinks
- 8. “Snakes in Tall Grass” – Hunter Hicks
- 9. “Desire” – Andrew Lockington
- 10. “All Around Cowboy” – Charley Crockett
- 11. “Nothin’ But Texas” – Wade Bowen
- Episode 7 Overview: “Forever Is an Instant”
- Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 7
- 1. “Guayeteo” – Caleb Calloway, Yandel & Ryan Castro
- 2. “Drink Don’t Need No Mix” – Shaboozey and BigXthaPlug
- 3. Score cue (untitled)
- 4. “Burn The Ground” – Mason Lively
- 5. Score cue (untitled)
- 6. “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
- 7. “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
- 8. “When The Stars Fall” – Danno Simpson
- 9. “Feliz” – Yvo Abadi
- 10. “Purple Gas” – Noeline Hoffman
- 11. “Memories” – Andrew Lockington
- Episode 8 Overview: “Handsome Touched Me”
- Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 8
- 1. “Cotton Fire” – Red Shahan
- 2. “Drift For Hours, Float For Days” – Andrew Lockington
- 3. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
- 4. “Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond
- 5. “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame” – George Strait and Chris Stapleton
- 6. “Road Runner” – Lainey Wilson
- 7. “Last 20 Dollars” – Ashland Craft
- 8. “Jackpot” – Nikki Lane
- 9. “Better Be Tough” – Ella Langley
- 10. Score cue (untitled)
- 11. “The Last Loving Words” – Colter Wall
- Episode 9 Overview: “Plans, Tears and Sirens”
- Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 9
- 1. “Estabo” – Andrew Lockington
- 2. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
- 3. “To Live a Life” – Andrew Lockington
- 4. “House Fire” – Tyler Childers
- 5. “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)” – Kaitlin Butts
- 6. “Drover” – Andrew Lockington
- 7. “Birds, Bees and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
- 8. Score cue (untitled)
- Episode 10 Overview: “Tragedy and Flies” (Season Finale)
- Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 10
- 1. “Needle Fall Down” – Charles Wesley Godwin
- 2. “Wildcatting” – Andrew Lockington
- 3. “Do-Si-Don’tcha” – Tanner Adell
- 4. “Wrangle” – Andrew Lockington
- 5. “Estabo” – Andrew Lockington
- 6. “I’ve Got To Move” – Whiskey Myers
- 7. “I’ll Never Quit You” – Andrew Lockington
- 8. “Faster Ways To Die” – Andrew Lockington
- 9. “Hustle” – Andrew Lockington
- 10. “Our Den” – Andrew Lockington
- 11. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
- 12. “And You Know” – Andrew Lockington
- 13. “Not Today” – Andrew Lockington
- How the Episode Soundtracks Connect to the Albums
- Complete Season 2 Soundtrack Totals (Episodes 6-10)
- How We Updated This Guide
- What Happens Next
A Note About This Guide
Season 2 of Landman has concluded. This soundtrack guide covers the complete back half of the season, Episodes 6 through the finale.
Looking for Episodes 1-5? Find them in our separate guide: Landman Season 2 Soundtrack: Episodes 1-5
This page covers Episodes 6 through 10, completing our documentation of every song and score cue featured in Season 2.
Who’s Behind the Music in Season 2?
Before diving into the episode breakdowns, it helps to know who steers the sound of Landman.
Andrew Lockington – Composer (Score) Lockington returns from Season 1. He wrote the show’s main title and many of the instrumental themes that carry over into Season 2. His work mixes guitar, strings, and percussion to bridge oilfield grit with character drama. The Season 2 finale features an extraordinary ten identified score cues, cementing Lockington’s central role in shaping the show’s emotional landscape.
Andrea von Foerster – Music Supervisor Von Foerster also served as music supervisor for Yellowstone and has gained a reputation for combining independent country, Americana, and older catalog cuts in a way that feels rooted but modern.
This duo shaped every musical moment in Season 2, from the original score cues to the needle-drops by Turnpike Troubadours, Charley Crockett, Tyler Childers, Lainey Wilson, and more.
Episode 6 Overview: “Dark Night of the Soul”
Episode 6, titled “Dark Night of the Soul,” aired on December 21, 2025. The title references the poem by 16th century Catholic priest John of the Cross, and Taylor Sheridan delivers on that theme as Tommy faces a spiritual reckoning about the path his life is taking.
The episode opens during the Permian Basin International Oil Show, which brings all of West Texas to life. Tommy reluctantly agrees to let T.L. accompany him on a business trip to Fort Worth, setting up one of the season’s most emotionally charged father-son storylines.
At the trade show, the episode offers a glimpse of new oil technology that raises serious questions about the future of employment in the industry. Meanwhile, Angela and Ainsley catch wind of Tommy’s trip and envision a shopping spree at Neiman Marcus, eventually meeting the group for tequila shots and dancing at Cattlemen’s Club in Fort Worth.
The episode’s central drama involves Cami’s increasingly cozy relationship with Gallino. During an important negotiation, she essentially overrules Tommy and insists he strike a deal with Gallino for his investment, a dangerous proposition given Gallino’s cartel connections. Even Gallino himself warns Tommy that he needs to earn Cami’s trust, or others will poison her against him.
T.L.’s storyline reaches an emotional peak when he confronts a former colleague at the Will Rogers rodeo arena after the man says something about his late wife. After Tommy intervenes with police, T.L. explains that losing their daughter twisted his wife in ways even he could not understand. Later, at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, T.L. reminds Tommy that he does not have much time left before years of hard living catch up to him, and encourages his son to make good use of the years he has remaining.
The episode ends with T.L. happily dancing with Angela in a bar, seemingly learning to embrace his newfound family and experience joy again. However, there is a dark sense of foreboding hanging over the scene, especially when Tommy tells Gallino that T.L.’s story is “over.”
Musically, Episode 6 is one of the most packed episodes of the season. Turnpike Troubadours return with two tracks, Charley Crockett makes his third Season 2 appearance, Luke Grimes makes his Landman debut, and several background placements fill out scenes at the trade show, horse show, and Cattlemen’s Club.
Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 6
1. “Ruby Ann” – Turnpike Troubadours
Scene: At the house, on the radio
Turnpike Troubadours open Episode 6 with “Ruby Ann” playing on the radio at the house, according to Saving Country Music. This marks the band’s return after their double appearance in Episode 1.
The placement reinforces how central Turnpike has become to the Landman sound. Their music functions almost like a recurring character, appearing whenever the show needs to ground a domestic scene in its Texas setting.
2. “Hang Your Head Down Low” – Vincent Neil Emerson
Scene: At the trade show
Vincent Neil Emerson makes his Season 2 debut with “Hang Your Head Down Low” playing at the Permian Basin International Oil Show, per Saving Country Music. Emerson previously appeared in Season 1 with “Debtor’s Blues” in the series premiere.
His return brings one of the most distinctive voices in Texas country back to the soundtrack. The song’s title fits the contemplative mood that runs through the episode as characters reckon with their choices.
3. “I Ain’t Drunk Enough Yet” – Madeline Edwards
Scene: At the gym
Madeline Edwards appears with the unreleased track “I Ain’t Drunk Enough Yet” playing during the gym scene, according to Saving Country Music. This marks a notable placement for an unreleased song, suggesting von Foerster continues to work directly with artists to debut new material on the show.
4. “Be Here” – Turnpike Troubadours
Scene: Pulling into Fort Worth
Turnpike Troubadours appear again with “Be Here” playing as Tommy and T.L. pull into Fort Worth, according to Saving Country Music. This marks their second track in Episode 6 and their fourth overall placement in Season 2.
The song’s title takes on added meaning given T.L.’s arc in the episode. His entire journey this season has been about learning to be present with his family after years of estrangement.
5. “Black Powder” – Luke Grimes
Scene: At horse show, looking at hats
Luke Grimes makes his Landman debut with “Black Powder” playing during the horse show scene, per Saving Country Music. Grimes, who played Kayce Dutton on Yellowstone, has launched his own country music career and now crosses over into another Taylor Sheridan production.
The placement connects the two Sheridan universes in a subtle but meaningful way. Fans of Yellowstone will recognize Grimes’ voice, while Landman viewers get introduced to his music in a natural setting.
6. “It’s Called Doubt” – Drayton Farley
Scene: Engineer and lawyer meet
Drayton Farley returns with the new song “It’s Called Doubt” playing when the engineer and lawyer meet, according to Saving Country Music. This marks Farley’s second Season 2 appearance after “Touch and Go” in Episode 3.
The song title fits the scene perfectly. Rebecca and Charlie’s relationship is built on uncertainty, and the offshore drilling project they are discussing carries enormous risk.
7. “Lost Highway” – Cody Jinks
Scene: During fight at horse show
Cody Jinks appears with “Lost Highway” playing during the confrontation at the horse show, according to Saving Country Music. This marks Jinks’ Season 2 debut after appearing in Season 1.
The placement during T.L.’s emotional outburst is fitting. Jinks’ music carries the weight of hard living and regret that mirrors T.L.’s character arc. The song underscores the moment when decades of pain finally boil over.
8. “Snakes in Tall Grass” – Hunter Hicks
Scene: Playing in the background at Cattleman’s Club
Hunter Hicks returns with “Snakes in Tall Grass” playing in the background at Cattleman’s Club, per Saving Country Music. This marks Hicks’ second Season 2 appearance after “Cheers To Disagree” in Episode 2.
9. “Desire” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Leaving for work
Andrew Lockington’s “Desire” returns, playing as a character leaves for work, per Saving Country Music. This marks the second time the score cue has appeared in Season 2 after its Episode 1 placement.
The repetition of score themes is deliberate. Lockington uses recurring cues to tie emotional threads together across episodes, giving the season a cohesive musical identity.
10. “All Around Cowboy” – Charley Crockett
Scene: In the bar
Charley Crockett returns with “All Around Cowboy” playing in the bar scene, according to Saving Country Music. Men’s Health highlighted this as their “Tune of the week,” noting it “goes out to Tommy.”
This marks Crockett’s third appearance in Season 2 after Episode 1 and Episode 4. He has become one of the season’s most reliable soundtrack contributors, with von Foerster clearly favoring his vintage-leaning sound for key character moments.
11. “Nothin’ But Texas” – Wade Bowen
Scene: In the bar
Wade Bowen makes his Landman debut with “Nothin’ But Texas” playing in the bar, according to Saving Country Music. The track closes out the episode’s identified soundtrack.
Bowen’s inclusion adds another Texas country veteran to the Season 2 roster. The song title fits perfectly with the Fort Worth setting and the episode’s themes of identity and belonging.
Episode 7 Overview: “Forever Is an Instant”
Episode 7, titled “Forever Is an Instant,” aired on December 28, 2025. The episode serves as a breather before the final stretch, focusing on love, family, and reflection rather than the high-stakes business drama that has dominated recent episodes.
The hour opens with one of the most talked-about scenes in Landman history. Tommy wakes up in a hotel room after taking extra Cialis the night before, and when a room service employee enters, the covers fall back and she gets an eyeful. Angela, who had planned a romantic morning, storms off in frustration and flies home on the private jet, leaving Tommy stranded.
Meanwhile, Boss (Mustafa Speaks) celebrates his 20th anniversary with M-Tex by hosting a backyard barbecue for Dale’s crew. During the celebration, Dale surprises him with a Rolex Daytona Panda worth roughly $30,000. Amid the festivities, Boss drops a bombshell: he is ready to step away from the oil fields. He tells Dale that by summer, he and his family plan to leave the Permian Basin and move to Houston.
Rebecca wakes up on the drill site after spending another night with Charlie (Guy Burnet). Their romance continues to develop, but Charlie delivers sobering news about the offshore drilling project, explaining how risky gas wildcatting actually is. Later, Nate catches Rebecca referring to the geologist as “Charlie” instead of “Charles” and forces her to sign a conflict of interest form, threatening her position at M-Tex.
T.L. and Tommy share a meaningful conversation at Mary’s Cafe, where T.L. tells his son that he is missing out on life by focusing so much on work. Using himself as an example of what not to do, T.L. manages to impart a lasting life lesson. Later, during taco night, Tommy demonstrates new emotional maturity when he takes Angela aside and tells her he realizes “what a gift it is to have you back in my life.”
The episode ends with Cooper’s romantic proposal to Ariana. After filling the house with candles and rose petals, he kneels down and presents her with the ring Angela gave him. “Forever is a long time,” Ariana says. “No, it’ll be over before we know it,” Cooper replies. “Better not waste a second.”
Musically, Episode 7 takes a dramatic turn from the usual country and Americana palette. The episode opens with Latin and hip-hop tracks at the oil worker party, reflecting the diverse workforce in the Permian Basin. Multiple Andrew Lockington score cues carry the emotional moments, while the proposal scene features atmospheric tracks that underscore the romance.
Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 7
1. “Guayeteo” – Caleb Calloway, Yandel & Ryan Castro
Scene: Low riders at the oil camp
Episode 7 opens with a departure from the usual Landman sound. “Guayeteo” by Caleb Calloway, Yandel & Ryan Castro plays during the low rider scene at the oil camp, according to Saving Country Music.
The Latin track reflects the reality of the Permian Basin workforce. Von Foerster has previously noted the importance of representing the diverse communities that power the oil industry, and this placement delivers on that promise.
2. “Drink Don’t Need No Mix” – Shaboozey and BigXthaPlug
Scene: Backyard oil worker party
Shaboozey and BigXthaPlug appear with “Drink Don’t Need No Mix” during Boss’s backyard barbecue celebration, per Saving Country Music. This marks one of the most mainstream hip-hop adjacent placements in Landman history.
Shaboozey has been having a massive year with crossover country-hip-hop success, and his inclusion signals that von Foerster is paying attention to where country music is heading. The party atmosphere calls for something with more energy than the typical reflective country tracks.
3. Score cue (untitled)
Scene: Receiving the Rolex watch
An unidentified track plays during the emotional moment when Dale presents Boss with the Rolex watch. Saving Country Music has not confirmed whether this is a licensed song or part of Andrew Lockington’s score.
4. “Burn The Ground” – Mason Lively
Scene: Taking a leak on the side of the road
Mason Lively makes his Landman debut with “Burn The Ground” playing during a roadside scene, according to Saving Country Music. The placement adds another Texas artist to the Season 2 roster.
5. Score cue (untitled)
Scene: During lunch at Mary’s Cafe
An unidentified track plays during Tommy and T.L.’s meaningful lunch conversation at Mary’s Cafe. The scene is one of the episode’s emotional centerpieces.
6. “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: In Mary’s Cafe parking lot
Andrew Lockington’s “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies” plays in the Mary’s Cafe parking lot after Tommy and T.L.’s conversation, per Saving Country Music. The cue title fits the episode’s themes of life, growth, and appreciating what you have.
7. “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Pickup at airport
The same Lockington cue returns during the airport pickup scene, according to Saving Country Music. The repetition creates continuity between the father-son moment and the family reunion.
8. “When The Stars Fall” – Danno Simpson
Scene: In the truck with Cooper
Danno Simpson makes his Landman debut with “When The Stars Fall” playing during a scene with Cooper in the truck, per Saving Country Music. The atmospheric track sets up the romantic conclusion to come.
9. “Feliz” – Yvo Abadi
Scene: During taco night
Yvo Abadi’s “Feliz” plays during the taco night scene, according to Saving Country Music. The track’s title, meaning “happy” in Spanish, fits the lighter mood of the family dinner before Tommy and Angela’s emotional conversation.
10. “Purple Gas” – Noeline Hoffman
Scene: Proposal
Noeline Hoffman’s “Purple Gas” scores Cooper’s proposal to Ariana, per Saving Country Music. The atmospheric track provides the backdrop for one of the season’s most romantic moments, as Cooper fills the backyard with candles and rose petals.
11. “Memories” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Ending
Andrew Lockington’s “Memories” closes out the episode, according to Saving Country Music. The score cue ties together the episode’s themes of reflection, family, and making the most of the time we have.
Episode 8 Overview: “Handsome Touched Me”
Episode 8, titled “Handsome Touched Me,” aired on January 4, 2026. The episode balances moments of tenderness with high-stakes business drama as Tommy juggles his fragile father, a restless boss, and a company teetering on the edge of irreversible risk.
The episode opens with a rare moment of vulnerability. Tommy discovers his father T.L. stranded in the pool, shaken and unable to pull himself out after falling in hours earlier. What begins as a frightening image quickly becomes a turning point when T.L. embraces his son in a quiet gesture of gratitude. “It’s a curse my mind is sharp,” T.L. tells Tommy, lamenting how his body is starting to fail him.
This scene inspires Tommy’s unconventional solution to his father’s need for physical activity. He hires Cheyenne (Francesca Xuereb), an exotic dancer from Rick’s Cabaret who drives a car with “Hot Lipps” vanity plates, to serve as T.L.’s physical therapist. Tommy explains to her that a professional therapist would hurt T.L.’s pride, but a beautiful woman might get him to cooperate. She agrees, and what follows is an unexpectedly sweet scene as Cheyenne freestyles some aquatherapy, floating T.L. in the pool all afternoon. The episode title comes from Cami’s experience at a bar, where a handsome stranger flirts with her and touches her face without consent, leaving her deeply unsettled as a reminder that one day she will be forced to move on from Monty.
On the business front, the episode centers on a pivotal meeting about the offshore drilling project. Charlie lays out the facts to Cami: finding gas is a $400 million gamble on a 10% chance of success, but the potential return is enormous. Rebecca argues for the safer route of litigation against the insurance company, but Cami refuses to back down from her word. She accepts the risk, doubling down on her partnership with Gallino despite Tommy’s warnings.
Tommy visits Gallino to try to persuade him to pull funding, but the cartel boss likes the 10% odds. For him, the investment is worth it. Tommy realizes the deal could leave Cami with some money but far more for Gallino. Meanwhile, Rebecca and Charlie’s relationship appears to be crumbling. After their tense meeting with Cami, Rebecca sits far from Charlie on the return flight.
Angela and Ainsley provide levity when they take the retirees to a casino. Angela borrows $10,000 of Tommy’s money and proceeds to win over $300,000 at roulette and craps. The subplot also includes a makeover of Margaret, the nursing home attendant, in what the show plays for comedy.
Cooper’s rise continues as Tommy promotes him to project manager. When Boss expresses reservations about the sudden appointment, Tommy simply says Cooper is “six for six.” If someone is on a run of luck, that has to be respected. The concept of luck runs throughout the episode, reinforcing the wildcatting mentality that drives the oil industry.
The episode closes where it began. T.L., once humiliated and helpless in the pool, now floats in the same water with confidence and peace, accompanied by Colter Wall’s haunting “The Last Loving Words.”
Musically, Episode 8 is one of the most song-packed of the season, featuring the long-awaited Ashland Craft placement, a George Strait and Chris Stapleton collaboration, Colter Wall’s Landman debut, and the return of both Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson.
Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 8
1. “Cotton Fire” – Red Shahan
Scene: Opening scene, on the radio
Episode 8 opens with an unreleased song titled “Cotton Fire” by Red Shahan playing on the radio, according to Saving Country Music. Closed captions confirmed Shahan as the artist, and the song was subsequently released on streaming platforms on January 9, 2026.
The placement of an unreleased track continues von Foerster’s practice of debuting new music on the show, giving emerging artists significant exposure.
2. “Drift For Hours, Float For Days” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Pool scene
Andrew Lockington’s “Drift For Hours, Float For Days” plays during the opening pool scene where Tommy finds T.L. stranded, according to Saving Country Music. The cue title perfectly captures the vulnerability of the moment and T.L.’s hours-long ordeal in the water.
3. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: At the work camp
Lockington’s “Pentaspur” plays at the work camp scene, per Saving Country Music. The placement accompanies Cooper’s continued rise in the company as Tommy promotes him to project manager.
4. “Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond
Scene: In the retirement van
Neil Diamond’s classic “Sweet Caroline” plays in the retirement van as Angela takes the seniors on their casino trip, according to Saving Country Music. The off-key singalong provides comic relief as the elderly passengers quickly fall asleep.
This marks one of the most mainstream catalog placements in Season 2, departing from the usual country and Americana selections. The choice fits the lighthearted tone of the senior citizen subplot.
5. “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame” – George Strait and Chris Stapleton
Scene: During “makeover”
George Strait and Chris Stapleton’s “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame” plays during the Margaret makeover scene, according to Saving Country Music. This marks Strait’s second Season 2 appearance after Episode 3 and adds the massive name of Chris Stapleton to the soundtrack.
The collaboration brings two of country music’s biggest legends together in a single placement. The song appeared on Strait’s 2019 album “Honky Tonk Time Machine” and represents exactly the kind of prestige country placement von Foerster has cultivated throughout the series.
6. “Road Runner” – Lainey Wilson
Scene: Seniors leaving gas station
Lainey Wilson returns with “Road Runner” playing as the seniors leave a gas station, per Saving Country Music. This marks Wilson’s second Season 2 appearance after “Grease” in Episode 5.
Wilson’s continued presence reinforces the connection between Landman and the broader Taylor Sheridan universe. Her Yellowstone role helped launch her mainstream career, and Landman continues to benefit from that relationship.
7. “Last 20 Dollars” – Ashland Craft
Scene: At the casino
Ashland Craft finally makes her anticipated Landman debut with “Last 20 Dollars” playing at the casino, according to Saving Country Music. Craft herself confirmed back in November that she got the call and her song was slotted for an upcoming episode.
The placement delivers on months of anticipation from fans. “Last 20 Dollars” is described as a fun barroom honky tonker that showcases Craft’s powerful voice. The casino setting provides the perfect backdrop for a song about taking chances.
8. “Jackpot” – Nikki Lane
Scene: Roulette at the casino
Nikki Lane makes her Landman debut with “Jackpot” playing during the roulette scene at the casino, per Saving Country Music. The song title could not be more fitting as Angela proceeds to win over $300,000.
Lane brings outlaw country credibility to the soundtrack. Her inclusion adds another female voice to a season that has been criticized for underrepresenting women artists, though the placement continues the pattern of confining women’s songs to specific scene types.
9. “Better Be Tough” – Ella Langley
Scene: Hot Lipps (Rick’s Cabaret)
Ella Langley returns with “Better Be Tough” playing during the Rick’s Cabaret scene where Tommy recruits Cheyenne, according to Saving Country Music. This marks Langley’s second Season 2 appearance after “Cowboy Friends” in Episode 1.
The song title fits the scene’s setting and Cheyenne’s character. Langley has become a reliable presence in the Landman soundtrack, with von Foerster clearly appreciating her ability to capture a certain kind of Texas swagger.
10. Score cue (untitled)
Scene: During baseball-themed dinner
An unidentified track plays during a dinner scene. Saving Country Music has not confirmed the artist or title.
11. “The Last Loving Words” – Colter Wall
Scene: In the pool, ending
Colter Wall makes his Landman debut with “The Last Loving Words” closing out the episode, according to Saving Country Music. The song plays as T.L. floats peacefully in the pool, transformed from the helpless man we saw at the episode’s opening.
Wall’s inclusion is significant. His distinctive baritone and traditional country sound have made him a favorite among independent country fans, and his appearance on Landman will introduce his music to a massive new audience. The song’s title carries weight given T.L.’s arc this season and the lingering sense that his time may be limited.
Episode 9 Overview: “Plans, Tears and Sirens”
Episode 9, titled “Plans, Tears and Sirens,” aired on January 11, 2026. The penultimate episode of Season 2 delivers one of the most shocking moments of the series when Cami unceremoniously fires Tommy, while also featuring a brutal attack on Ariana that leaves viewers shaken heading into the finale.
The episode opens in the usual state of chaos at the Norris household. The offshore drilling operation is finally getting underway, which means Tommy, Nate, and Dale spend the morning coordinating logistics by phone. Angela struggles with Ainsley’s departure for cheerleading camp at TCU, setting up an emotional farewell that leaves Angela visibly upset.
Rebecca visits Charlie at his home before he departs for a six-month stint on the offshore rig. She apologizes for letting business interfere with their relationship and admits she is “smitten.” Charlie accepts her apology, and they appear to reconcile, though the looming separation hangs over the moment.
The episode’s most talked-about subplot involves Ainsley’s disastrous first day at college. She is assigned a roommate named Paigyn who uses they/them pronouns, is vegan, owns a pet ferret, and presents a long list of living requirements that immediately clash with Ainsley’s personality. When Ainsley tries to switch roommates through her admissions counselor, she is told to handle the situation like an adult. Instead, she calls Angela, who swoops in and solves the problem by moving Ainsley into luxury off-campus accommodations and relocating the entire cheerleading squad with her.
Meanwhile, Cheyenne continues her physical therapy sessions with T.L. In a tender moment, she reveals that her real name is Penny and shares that she has saved $162,000 but has no idea what to do with it. T.L. tells her that having no plan but to keep saving is itself a plan. Their unlikely friendship has become one of the season’s most unexpectedly sweet storylines.
The episode’s central shock comes during Tommy’s trip to Louisiana for the offshore rig launch. After watching the massive platform float past, Tommy meets with Cami and Gallino for what he expects to be a celebratory occasion. Instead, Cami tells him that she now understands the rush of risk that drove Monty to speculate in oil. Tommy confesses that he no longer feels that rush because it once “cost me everything.” He reminds her that Monty died chasing that feeling.
Cami disagrees. She believes that rush allowed Monty to truly live, and she tells Tommy that “the president of my company can’t be averse to the very thing that built it.” With that, she fires him and walks away, leaving Tommy stunned at the table.
The episode saves its most disturbing moment for last. Cooper visits Ariana at The Patch Cafe despite her reluctance to have him see her serving drinks. When she steps into the alley for a break, a banned former patron who had previously hit on her accosts her and knocks her to the ground. He attempts to sexually assault her before Cooper arrives and pulls him off. Cooper’s response is savage, beating the man so brutally that Ariana begs him to stop, pleading “Don’t go to jail for this piece of shit.”
Police sirens wail in the distance as the episode ends, with the man’s condition unknown and the entire incident captured on security cameras.
Musically, Episode 9 is heavy on score cues from Andrew Lockington, with multiple returning pieces anchoring the emotional beats. Tyler Childers makes his second Season 2 appearance with “House Fire,” and Kaitlin Butts adds another female voice to the soundtrack with her placement during the pool party scene.
Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 9
1. “Estabo” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Opening montage of barge
Andrew Lockington opens Episode 9 with the score cue “Estabo” playing during the opening montage of the offshore barge, according to Saving Country Music. The title suggests a contemplative tone fitting for the beginning of the penultimate episode.
2. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Tommy leaving the house
Lockington’s “Pentaspur” returns as Tommy leaves the house amid the morning chaos, per Saving Country Music. This marks the second time the cue has appeared in the back half of the season after its Episode 8 placement.
3. “To Live a Life” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Crying in the convertible
Andrew Lockington’s “To Live a Life” plays during the emotional scene where Angela cries in the convertible after dropping Ainsley off for camp, according to Saving Country Music. The cue title resonates with the episode’s themes of parenting, letting go, and the passage of time.
4. “House Fire” – Tyler Childers
Scene: In Louisiana, going to barge
Tyler Childers returns with “House Fire” playing as the characters travel to the offshore barge in Louisiana, per Saving Country Music. This marks Childers’ second Season 2 appearance after “Bitin’ List” opened Episode 2.
The placement is significant given what follows. The offshore drilling operation represents M-Tex’s biggest gamble, and Childers’ fiery track underscores the intensity of the moment before everything falls apart for Tommy.
5. “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)” – Kaitlin Butts
Scene: Pool party
Kaitlin Butts makes her Season 2 debut with “You Ain’t Gotta Die (To Be Dead To Me)” playing during a pool party scene, according to Saving Country Music. Butts previously appeared in Season 1, making this a welcome return.
The song title takes on additional meaning given the episode’s events. Tommy effectively becomes dead to M-Tex when Cami fires him, while Ariana’s attacker faces far more dire consequences in the finale.
6. “Drover” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Arriving at rig launch party
Lockington’s “Drover” plays as characters arrive at the rig launch party in Louisiana, per Saving Country Music. The score cue carries the weight of anticipation before Cami delivers her stunning decision.
7. “Birds, Bees and Butterflies” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Watching rig pass
Andrew Lockington’s “Birds, Bees and Butterflies” returns during the scene where characters watch the massive offshore rig float past, according to Saving Country Music. This marks the third appearance of the cue in the back half of Season 2 after Episodes 7 and earlier moments.
The recurring use of this particular score piece throughout the season’s final stretch suggests Lockington is using it to tie together themes of transition, growth, and the bittersweet nature of change.
8. Score cue (untitled)
Scene: Playing inside at The Patch Cafe
An unidentified track plays in the background at The Patch Cafe. Saving Country Music has not confirmed whether this is a licensed song or part of the score.
Episode 10 Overview: “Tragedy and Flies” (Season Finale)
Episode 10, titled “Tragedy and Flies,” aired on January 18, 2026. The Season 2 finale delivers one of the series’ best episodes, bringing every storyline crashing together as Tommy Norris transforms his firing into an astonishing victory, launching a new company and securing his family’s future in a single relentless day.
The episode opens under brutal Texas heat as Tommy and T.L. sit in the backyard, processing Tommy’s firing by Cami. Tommy reveals he has a meeting scheduled with the president of Chevron, but he is no longer sure he wants to work for anyone else. Dale stops by and offers words of encouragement, telling Tommy he will follow him wherever he goes and predicting M-Tex will not last a year without him.
The episode’s most urgent storyline involves Cooper and the aftermath of his violent intervention. He picks up Ariana’s son while she recovers from the assault, and together they head to the police station to press charges. There, the situation takes a devastating turn when detectives reveal that Ariana’s assailant has died from his injuries. Cooper now faces potential murder charges.
Rebecca arrives at the station and immediately takes control. She shuts down the interrogation, calls Tommy for backup, and brings Sheriff Walt Joeberg into the room. Reviewing surveillance footage, Rebecca strategically focuses only on the assault itself, making clear that is the only evidence she will allow in court. She also reveals that one of the detectives has a documented history of excessive force. Cooper is sent home, and the matter appears resolved, though the trauma lingers.
At TCU, Ainsley arrives at cheerleader camp woefully unprepared for the physical demands. In a surprising turn, her former roommate Paigyn, now working as a trainer, steps in to help wrap her injured ankles. When other students harass Paigyn, Ainsley comes to their defense, earning the respect of the coach and rebuilding their friendship. The subplot concludes with Ainsley telling Angela she wants to give dorm life another try, suggesting real growth for a character who has often frustrated viewers.
In Fort Worth, Nate meets with Cami as she tries to steady M-Tex. He discovers Monty’s old paper records in the basement, files deliberately kept off electronic systems to avoid leaving evidence trails. Cami offers Nate the presidency of the company, but he declines and tenders his resignation. He delivers a devastating truth that Cami does not want to hear: Monty built the company to be sold, not saved, and Tommy is the only person capable of making that happen.
Tommy’s path to redemption begins when he meets with Bob to negotiate Cooper’s leases. The deal goes nowhere, and Bob offers Tommy a job instead. Tommy refuses, convinced he has one final move left. That move leads him to Gallino.
In a tense negotiation, Tommy lays out a comprehensive plan to the cartel boss, positioning himself as the only person who truly understands the oil game. He asks Gallino to honor Cooper’s original deal and explains how a partnership can significantly expand Gallino’s empire. After a long pause, Gallino agrees, warning Tommy that betrayal will cost him everything he loves. Tommy accepts the terms.
On the flight back to Midland, Tommy tells Nate they are forming a new company and immediately deposits Gallino’s check. He then confronts the police chief over the department’s handling of Ariana’s case, forcing a resolution through sheer pressure before checking on Cooper, who is mowing Ariana’s lawn and consumed with guilt. Tommy reassures his son that everything will be okay.
The episode’s climax comes when Tommy gathers his family and announces the creation of their own oil company. Everyone is offered a role, and everyone agrees. Angela will handle administration. Cooper will work the field. Even T.L. finds a place in the new venture.
The finale closes with Tommy and Angela watching the sunset behind their house. Tommy begins talking about tragedy, about the day that is coming when one of them gets cancer or loses their mind or wraps their car around a tree. Angela stops him. “Baby, I win every day,” she says. “You do too, but you don’t see it. It’s there. It’s all around you. You just got to take the time to notice.”
A coyote appears in the distance, the same symbol of danger that has haunted Tommy all season. This time, he refuses to give ground. “No, you can’t have today, bud,” Tommy says. “Today is mine.”
Musically, the finale is dominated by Andrew Lockington’s score, with an extraordinary ten identified cues carrying the episode’s emotional beats. Charles Wesley Godwin opens the episode with his Landman debut, Whiskey Myers returns for their second Season 2 appearance, and rising star Tanner Adell makes a notable placement during the cheerleader scenes.
Every Song in Landman Season 2, Episode 10
1. “Needle Fall Down” – Charles Wesley Godwin
Scene: Opening scene, by the pool
Charles Wesley Godwin makes his Landman debut with “Needle Fall Down” opening the Season 2 finale, according to Saving Country Music. The song plays as Tommy and T.L. sit by the pool, processing Tommy’s firing and contemplating what comes next.
Godwin’s inclusion is significant. He has emerged as one of the most acclaimed voices in Appalachian country, and his presence in the finale signals von Foerster’s continued commitment to spotlighting rising independent artists. The song’s contemplative tone fits perfectly with the episode’s opening mood of uncertainty and reflection.
2. “Wildcatting” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: In bed, recovering from assault
Andrew Lockington’s “Wildcatting” plays during an early scene as Ariana recovers from the assault she suffered the previous night, per Saving Country Music. The cue title carries weight given the episode’s themes of risk, survival, and finding opportunity in chaos.
3. “Do-Si-Don’tcha” – Tanner Adell
Scene: Cheerleader workout
Tanner Adell makes her Landman debut with “Do-Si-Don’tcha” playing during the cheerleader workout scene at TCU, according to Saving Country Music. Adell has been rising rapidly in the country music world, and her inclusion adds another female voice to a finale that otherwise leans heavily on score cues.
The placement during Ainsley’s storyline provides energy and momentum as she struggles to keep up with the physical demands of camp.
4. “Wrangle” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: At airport, on the plane
Lockington’s “Wrangle” plays during a scene at the airport and on the plane, per Saving Country Music. The cue accompanies Tommy as he begins executing his plan to rebuild from the ashes of his M-Tex career.
5. “Estabo” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: After accident, in the police station
Andrew Lockington’s “Estabo” returns during the tense police station scenes, according to Saving Country Music. This marks the second appearance of the cue in the final two episodes, with its first placement coming in Episode 9’s opening barge montage.
The repetition creates continuity as the consequences of Episode 9’s violence play out in the finale.
6. “I’ve Got To Move” – Whiskey Myers
Scene: Cheerleader practice
Whiskey Myers returns with “I’ve Got To Move” playing during cheerleader practice at TCU, per Saving Country Music. This marks their second Season 2 appearance after “Time Bomb” in Episode 4.
The song title fits perfectly with the scene’s energy and Ainsley’s determination to push through despite her limitations. Whiskey Myers has become a reliable presence in the Taylor Sheridan universe, and their inclusion in the finale reinforces that relationship.
7. “I’ll Never Quit You” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: After cheerleader practice
Lockington’s “I’ll Never Quit You” plays after the cheerleader practice scene, according to Saving Country Music. This marks the cue’s second appearance in Season 2 after Episode 4. The title resonates with Ainsley’s character growth as she decides to give dorm life another try rather than retreating to the comfort zone Angela created for her.
8. “Faster Ways To Die” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Meeting with Tommy and Danny
Andrew Lockington’s “Faster Ways To Die” plays during the pivotal meeting between Tommy and Gallino (Danny), per Saving Country Music. This marks the cue’s second appearance in Season 2 after Episode 1.
The title could not be more fitting for a scene where Tommy negotiates with a cartel boss, accepting terms that could destroy his family if he fails to deliver.
9. “Hustle” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Danny hands check to Tommy
Lockington’s “Hustle” plays as Gallino hands Tommy the check that will fund his new company, according to Saving Country Music. The cue title captures the relentless energy Tommy has channeled throughout the episode as he transforms disaster into opportunity.
10. “Our Den” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: On the plane back to Midland
Andrew Lockington’s “Our Den” plays on the flight back to Midland, per Saving Country Music. The cue accompanies the moment when Tommy tells Nate they are forming a new company, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Norris family.
11. “Pentaspur” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Driving away from police station
Lockington’s “Pentaspur” returns as characters drive away from the police station, according to Saving Country Music. This marks the cue’s third appearance in the back half of Season 2, following placements in Episodes 8 and 9.
The recurring use of “Pentaspur” throughout the final stretch ties together Cooper’s storyline as he navigates the aftermath of violence and finds his way back to stability.
12. “And You Know” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Driving to meeting at well
Andrew Lockington’s “And You Know” plays as characters drive to a meeting at a well site, per Saving Country Music. The cue provides momentum as the episode moves toward its conclusion.
13. “Not Today” – Andrew Lockington
Scene: Ending
Andrew Lockington closes out Season 2 with the score cue “Not Today,” according to Saving Country Music. The song plays as Tommy and Angela watch the sunset and Tommy declares that today, they win.
The cue title perfectly encapsulates the episode’s central message. Tragedy may be inevitable, but it does not have to be today. For the Norris family, today is a day of victory.
How the Episode Soundtracks Connect to the Albums
Season 2’s soundtrack links directly to two official releases that fans can already stream.
1. The Original Score Album (UMG Nashville)
In March 2025, UMG Nashville released an official Landman original score album by Andrew Lockington. It includes 23 tracks, among them “Landman Main Title,” “Faster Ways To Die,” “Desire,” and “Wolf Song.”
Season 2 added numerous identified score cues including “Not The Last One,” “Ghosts,” “I’ll Never Quit You,” “Where The Wind Goes,” “Birds, Bees, and Butterflies,” “Memories,” “Drift For Hours, Float For Days,” “Pentaspur,” “Estabo,” “To Live a Life,” “Drover,” “Wildcatting,” “Wrangle,” “Hustle,” “Our Den,” “And You Know,” and “Not Today.” A Season 2 score release would include these and other unidentified cues that appeared throughout the season.
2. “Songs From and Inspired by the Paramount+ Original Series (Volume I)”
Entertainment Weekly reported in October 2025 that the series has a companion album titled “Landman – Songs From and Inspired by the Paramount+ Original Series (Volume I).”
The album includes 15 tracks. Billy Bob Thornton and Mark Collie co-wrote and produced five of them. Collaborators include Billy Gibbons, Parker McCollum, Dwight Yoakam, Ronnie Dunn, and Flatland Cavalry. The album also features Chris Stapleton, George Strait, Ella Langley, and The Red Clay Strays.
George Strait’s appearances in Episodes 3 and 8 (the latter with Chris Stapleton) and Ella Langley’s placements in Episodes 1 and 8 demonstrate how the on-screen soundtrack and the companion album intertwine.
Complete Season 2 Soundtrack Totals (Episodes 6-10)
Episode 6 “Dark Night of the Soul”: 11 tracks (9 licensed songs, 2 identified score cues)
Episode 7 “Forever Is an Instant”: 11 tracks (7 licensed songs, 3 identified score cues, plus unidentified placements)
Episode 8 “Handsome Touched Me”: 11 tracks (8 licensed songs, 3 identified score cues)
Episode 9 “Plans, Tears and Sirens”: 8 tracks (2 licensed songs, 5 identified score cues, plus unidentified placements)
Episode 10 “Tragedy and Flies”: 13 tracks (3 licensed songs, 10 identified score cues)
Artists with multiple Season 2 appearances (Complete Season):
- Charley Crockett (Episodes 1, 4, and 6)
- Turnpike Troubadours (Episode 1 with 2 songs, Episode 6 with 2 songs)
- The Red Clay Strays (Episodes 3 and 4)
- Hunter Hicks (Episodes 2 and 6)
- Drayton Farley (Episodes 3 and 6)
- Ella Langley (Episodes 1 and 8)
- Lainey Wilson (Episodes 5 and 8)
- George Strait (Episodes 3 and 8)
- Tyler Childers (Episodes 2 and 9)
- Whiskey Myers (Episodes 4 and 10)
- Kaitlin Butts (Season 1 and Episode 9)
- Andrew Lockington (score work across all episodes, with extensive recurring cues)
Notable Season 2 debuts (Complete Season):
- Tyler Childers (Episode 2)
- George Strait (Episode 3)
- Whiskey Myers (Episode 4)
- Lainey Wilson (Episode 5)
- The SteelDrivers (Episode 5)
- Vincent Neil Emerson (Episode 6)
- Cody Jinks (Episode 6)
- Luke Grimes (Episode 6)
- Wade Bowen (Episode 6)
- Shaboozey and BigXthaPlug (Episode 7)
- Mason Lively (Episode 7)
- Ashland Craft (Episode 8)
- Nikki Lane (Episode 8)
- Colter Wall (Episode 8)
- Neil Diamond (Episode 8)
- Chris Stapleton (Episode 8, with George Strait)
- Red Shahan (Episode 8)
- Charles Wesley Godwin (Episode 10)
- Tanner Adell (Episode 10)
How We Updated This Guide
For each episode, we cross-checked multiple sources including Saving Country Music’s ongoing Season 2 soundtrack tab, Country Living’s episode breakdowns, Whiskey Riff’s weekly coverage, and entertainment outlets like Men’s Health, Variety, and Primetimer. As a result, this page stays aligned with verified, publicly documented information rather than guesswork.
What Happens Next
Season 2 of Landman has concluded. Here is where things stand:
- All 10 episodes of Season 2 are now streaming on Paramount+.
- Paramount+ has officially renewed Landman for Season 3.
- Season 3 will continue the story of Tommy’s new company, his partnership with Gallino, and the ongoing challenges facing the Norris family.
The Season 2 finale set the stage for a dramatically different Season 3. Tommy is no longer working for M-Tex but running his own operation, funded by cartel money and built around his family. Cami is left with massive debt, no leadership team, and a company her late husband designed to be sold rather than saved. The offshore drilling project remains a $400 million gamble that could reshape the Permian Basin.
Musically, Season 2 delivered an exceptional soundtrack that balanced marquee country names like George Strait, Chris Stapleton, and Tyler Childers with rising independent artists like Charles Wesley Godwin, Ashland Craft, and Colter Wall. Andrew Lockington’s score work reached new heights in the finale, with ten identified cues carrying the emotional weight of the season’s conclusion.
Thank you for following this guide throughout Season 2. We will return with coverage of Season 3 when new episodes begin airing.




