[2026] Recommended for Halloween Parties! A Special Feature on Western Halloween Songs

The Number Of The BeastIron Maiden

Iron Maiden – The Number Of The Beast (Official Video)

Iron Maiden, the heavy metal band that led the NWOBHM movement.

Their third album, “The Number of the Beast,” is one of their signature works and is often hailed as a historic masterpiece in the world of heavy metal.

Here is its self-titled track!

GhostsJapan

Japan Ghosts

This is a signature song by the new wave band Japan, centered around David Sylvian.

Its beatless, ambient-like sound evokes a sense of fear.

It’s the kind of track you’ll want to listen to when you want to fully savor a horror-like vibe!

CloserKings Of Leon

Kings Of Leon – Closer (Live on Letterman)

Kings of Leon is a rock band from Tennessee.

This track opens their massively successful 2008 album Only by the Night and is also one of their signature songs.

The lyrics convey an atmosphere of fear, so it’s perfect for Halloween.

Addams GrooveM.C. Hamā

Addams Groove

One of the quintessential Halloween songs is “Addams Groove.” It was written specifically for the film The Addams Family and created by the legendary rapper MC Hammer.

While he usually produces stylish, cool tracks, this one is a pop song that kids can enjoy, too.

By the way, the music video features MC Hammer dancing at the Addams Family mansion.

Be sure to enjoy it together with the movie!

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Monster HospitalMetric

Metric – Monster Hospital (Official Video)

It’s an upbeat punk track by the Canadian pop-rock band Metric.

The literal translation of the title is “Monster Hospital,” which feels perfect for Halloween, doesn’t it? If you like punk music, why not enjoy Halloween with a danceable punk song like this?

Le bien qui fait malMozart Opera Rock

Mozart Opera Rock – Le bien qui fait mal (Clip officiel)

The globally successful hit song “Le bien qui fait mal” hails from France.

It’s performed by French musical actors from the stage production Mozart l’Opéra Rock.

While the overall style leans toward rock, the frequent appearance of gothic melodies gives it a distinctive atmosphere.

Its blend of intensity and elegance makes it a perfect choice for a Halloween party song.

Since the musical has also been staged in Japan, why not listen to the version performed by the Japanese cast as well?

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A Wolf At The DoorRadiohead

A Wolf At the Door

From the eerie atmosphere of the intro, a delicate, fragile voice can be heard.

Then in the chorus, a faint light appears before it grows dark again—perhaps this structure reflects songwriter Thom Yorke’s influences from Nordic artists like Björk and Stina Nordenstam.

It evokes the mood not of a bright American Halloween party, but of a dark, cold European night.

The wolf evoked in the lyrics, too, seems to carry a broader and deeper meaning than just a Halloween costume.

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