The Curse Soundtrack: John Medeski’s score album for The Curse (Music from the Showtime Original Series) was released on November 17, 2023 through Milan Records and A24. The Showtime series it accompanies, created by Benny Safdie and Nathan Fielder, is scored with a full 52-track soundtrack.
The series stars Fielder alongside Emma Stone. Its score is a collaboration between jazz keyboardist John Medeski and musician Daniel Lopatin, best known by his stage name Oneohtrix Point Never — a frequent collaborator of the Safdie family who previously scored the films Good Time and Uncut Gems. Lopatin executive produced The Curse‘s soundtrack album and helped bring Medeski onto the project, pointing him toward Alice Coltrane’s Turiya Sings as a sonic reference point.
The series investigates “how an alleged curse disturbs the relationship of a newly married couple as they try to conceive a child while co-starring on their problematic new HGTV show, Fliplanthropy.”
Quick Facts
| Title | The Curse |
| Network | Showtime |
| Creators | Nathan Fielder & Benny Safdie |
| Starring | Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder, Benny Safdie |
| Composer | John Medeski |
| Soundtrack Executive Producer | Daniel Lopatin (Oneohtrix Point Never) |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama, Thriller |
| Episodes | 10 (Season 1) |
| Premiere Date | November 10, 2023 |
| Soundtrack Label | Milan Records / A24 |
| Where to Watch | Paramount+ with Showtime |
The Curse Soundtrack
The Curse is a new American unconventional black television comedy series developed and written by Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie.
Who Composed The Curse Soundtrack?
John Medeski: Anthony John Medeski is famous as an American jazz keyboard player, best known as a Medeski Martin & Wood member.
Additional Film Music of The Curse Soundtrack
Here is the complete soundtrack list of The Curse Soundtrack episode-wise:
Episode 1: ‘Land of Enchantment
- Fake Tears – John Medeski: This song is composed by artist John Medeski and is part of the album The Curse (Music from the Showtime Original, which will be released in 2023.
- Love Every Moment – Thom Franck & Jacob Wellfair: This song is composed by artists Thom Franck, Jacob Wellfair, Thom Franck, and Jacob Wellfair and is part of the album TFeel This Way, released in 2017.
- Vengase Con Su Papi (feat. Guillermo Pascual) – Fernando Rios Roman\
- Loving Care – James Muske
- The Fire Burns On – SATV Music: This song is composed by artists SATV Music and is part of the album Upbeat Indie, released in 2019.
- Jagadishwar – Alice Coltrane: This song is part of the track Turiya Sings, which was composed by the artist
Episode 2: Pressure’s Looking Good So Far
- Pregnant – John Medeski: The song is composed by artist John Medeski and is part of the album The Curse (Music from the Showtime Original Series), released in 2023.
- Parking Lot – John Medeski
- Contemplating the Sea – AXS Music
- New York by Night – Dennis Parker
- Subterfuge – John Medeski
- Stealing Files – John Medeski
- Smokе House – John Medeski
Episode 3: Questa Lane
- If You Could Only See – Tonic: This song is composed by artist Tonic and is part of the album Lemon Parade, which will be released in 1996. The genres include Alternative/Indie and rock.
- Jai Ramachandra – Alice Coltrane: This song is composed by artist Alice Coltrane and is part of the album Turiya Sings, released in 1982.
Episode 4: Under the Big Three
- House Reveal – John Medeski
- Like An Eagle – Dennis Parker: This song is composed by artist Wade Nichols and is part of the album Like An Eagle, released in 1979. The genre of the music includes R&B/Soul.
- Steal the Stove – John Medeski
Episode 5: It’s A Good Day
- Stand By Me – Cast
- Utopian World – John Medeski
Episode 6: The Fire Burns On
- Security Footage – John Medeski
Episode 7: Self-Exclusion
- Whitney’s Statue – John Medeski
- Dancing On My Own – Robyn
- Ashram – John Medeski
- Asher Makeup – John Medeski
- Calm the F**k Down – Dogzamm
Episode 8: Down and Dirty
- Mega – WireFang & Lil One Hunnet: This song is composed by the artist Lil One Hunnet, WireFang, part of the track Mega released in 2020.
- Hell Yeah (Real Version) – Dead Prez
- Santa-Fе – Bob Dylan
Episode 9: Young Hearts
- Young Turks – Rod Stewart: This song is composed by artist Rod Stewart and is part of the album Tonight I’m Yours, released in 1981. The genre of the music is Pop, Rock
- Finish Line – SATV Music: This song is composed by artist SATV Music and is part of the album Cinemotion 2, released in 2022.
- Whitnеy Cries Again – John Medeski
Episode 10: Green Queen
- Yo no Juego – Big Sheemba
- We Do This All the Time – John Mendenski
- Jai Ramachandra – Alice Coltrane: This song is composed by artist Alice Coltrane and is part of the album Turiya Sings, released in 1982.
The Curse Original Soundtrack
Opening Song: The opening song of this soundtrack includes “Fake Trayer.” The new release includes the opening track and lead single “Fake Tears”.
Here is the complete list of The Curse Soundtrack:
- Fake Tears (From “The Curse” Soundtrack)
- Bad Interview
- Asher Approaches
- Tiny
- Tomato Pee Pee
- Shelter
- Lies
- Pregnant
- Parking Lot
- Casino
- Nefarious Light
- The Curse
- Happy News
- Dougie Walks
- Subterfuge
- Stealing Files
- Smoke House
- Performance Art
- Art Talk
- Ultrasound
- Classroom
- Back Door
- About a House
- Dougie Digs
- Whitney Walks
- Scorpion
- Steal the Stove
- Ashram
- She’s a Lot
- Pretend Buyers
- Utopian World
- Green Queen
- Security Footage
- Delivery
- Neck Crack
- Bone Dread
- Nala Struggles
- Whitney’s Statue
- Asher Makeup
- Whitney and Cara
- Fernando
- On Camera
- Talking Shit
- Whitney Cries
- Asher Jeans
- Apartment Complex
- Whitney Cries Again
- House Reveal
- Asher’s Dilemma
- Floating Hands
- We Do This All the Time
- The End
About the series: The Curse follows Whitney and Asher, a newlywed couple trying to launch an HGTV pilot around the eco-conscious homes they’re building in Española, New Mexico. Their signature “gimmick home” is a mirrored, super-insulated passive house — designed to be carbon-neutral and strikingly modern inside and out.
The soundtrack of The Curse is composed by various artists, including John Medeski. You can find more info about the soundtrack on Apple Music.
Official Trailer
For some, rebirth marks a blessing, but for others, it can be a curse, plagued with cheap insecurities like Whitney and Asher.
The series carries a TV-MA rating.
Official Synopsis: A newlywed couple struggles to realize their vision for eco-living in a small New Mexico town. (From IMDb)
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Release date: November 10, 2023 (United States)
External Link: Pitchfork
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for The Curse?
The score for The Curse was composed by John Medeski, the veteran jazz keyboardist best known as a member of Medeski Martin & Wood.
What was Daniel Lopatin’s role on The Curse?
Daniel Lopatin, the musician known as Oneohtrix Point Never and a frequent collaborator of the Safdie family (he scored Good Time and Uncut Gems), executive produced The Curse‘s soundtrack album and helped bring John Medeski onto the project, pointing him toward Alice Coltrane’s Turiya Sings as an inspiration.
Where can I listen to The Curse soundtrack?
The Curse (Music from the Showtime Original Series) was released digitally on November 17, 2023 through Milan Records/A24, and is available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
How many episodes does The Curse have?
Season 1 of The Curse consists of 10 episodes, which premiered on Showtime and Paramount+ with Showtime starting November 10, 2023.
Will there be a second season of The Curse?
As of 2026, Showtime has not confirmed or canceled a second season. Creators Nathan Fielder and Benny Safdie, along with star Emma Stone, have said they would be open to continuing the story, but no renewal has been announced.
For more prestige TV scores, browse our TV soundtrack hub, find where to watch The Curse via Paramount+, or check our full streaming guide for more Showtime originals.