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Jackson's 'Thriller' and Tame Impala's 'Dracula' Lead October 31 Streaming Charts

Data from the days preceding the holiday indicates these two tracks are the most-played songs associated with Halloween in Central Indiana and beyond.

By Tristan Parker ·

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Streaming data released ahead of October 31 identifies Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and Tame Impala's "Dracula" as the most-streamed Halloween songs.

The figures show both tracks leading the category in the days leading up to the holiday. The data includes established seasonal hits alongside contemporary releases. Jackson's song, originally released on his 1982 album, remains a staple of the holiday. Its horror-inspired lyrics and music video have kept the track associated with the date for more than four decades. Tame Impala's "Dracula" is a newer addition to Halloween listening habits. The track's strong streaming performance places it alongside one of pop music's most recognizable seasonal songs.

Halloween traditionally draws renewed attention to tracks associated with monsters, ghosts, and supernatural themes. Songs such as "Monster Mash" and "Ghostbusters" have also enjoyed recurring popularity during the season. These titles continue to appear in holiday playlists alongside the two current leaders.

The early streaming results show how both classic recordings and newer music continue to shape the holiday's soundtrack. The data reflects the current state of the market for spooky season listening.

Source: WNTR · original report published

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