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.
