Whether you’re planning routines for the 2026 competition season or you have a spooky Halloween recital around the corner, having new music in your playlist can be the secret ingredient for wowing your teammates and your audience. We collected songs that bring out feelings from eerie and unsettling to deep and dramatic, with tracks that provide the perfect backdrop for unique costuming and expert facial expressions. Will you be the first to bring these fall releases to life on the dance floor?
“Sea of Tragedy” by Laura Pieri
Laura Pieri’s latest project, Frankie (ON THE DANCEFLOOR), is a transformational sequel to her Frankie EP. Songs like “Sea of Tragedy” provide dancers with the perfect opportunity to explore the line between power and control. We love the movement of this track and the space it leaves for unique choreography and powerful poses. In the “ON THE DANCEFLOOR” versions, there’s even more to explore as Laura remixes the tracks to tell new stories.
“Mirror Baby” by Amazonica
For choreographers who like hard edges and independence-themed music, AMAZONICA’s new song “Mirror Baby” is a sweet spot behind slowed-down composition and direct lyrics. “I’m standing up straight as could be, and I’m doing fine,” she sings. We want to see sharp moves to this song.
“Night Owl” by Jennifer Jess
Jennifer Jess sets the scene for a whimsical piece about what happens when the sun goes down. Her single “Night Owl” explores the unique creativity of people who stay up late. The song speaks for itself. “I love dancing in my own, no inhibitions. I let the rhythm set the tone.” “Night Owl” is the perfect song for an upbeat October performance.
“Amphibian Man” by Black Dahlia
Black Dahlia’s The Imposter is a theatrical concept record that follows “The Imposter” on a journey between worlds. In “Amphibian Man,” The Imposter grapples with identity and change in a strange new reality. This experimental track is the perfect match for creative costuming and exploring the boundaries of multiple genres in a fusion performance.