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SCLSNJ Will Put a Spell on You With Haunting Halloween Playlist

About Blog Post Sep 21, 2021 by Pressroom
“Boys and girls of every age / Wouldn't you like to see something strange? / Come with us and you will see / This, our town of Halloween.” Ah (or ahhhhh! depending on your fright tolerance) “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” nothing quite says Halloween like hearing the vocals of the citizens of Halloween Town welcoming you to their quirky and eerie home. This spooky season, explore strange sounds with a playlist from the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ), available through CDs featured in the Library’s collection. Do the “Time Warp” again with Magenta, Columbia, and the rest of the eccentric cast from cult-favorite film “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Or, reminisce with quintessential rock tracks that weave the rumored tales of witchy women and black magic from iconic bands Santana, the Eagles, and Fleetwood Mac. Let Nina Simone enchant you with her jazzy, bewitching rendition of Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ “I Put a Spell on You;” while Stevie Wonder serenades with soulful stories of superstitions like broken mirrors, unlucky numbers, and falling ladders. Dance til you’re entranced, with “Spellbound” by gothic influencer Siouxsie Sioux and her post-punk, new wave group Siouxsie and the Banshees. Or, embrace your darkest fears and get “Buried Alive” by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and their indie-rock-rap infused dance jam. Get your creep on and discover these songs and more: In addition to SCLSNJ’s CD collection, explore - if you dare - Naxos Music Library, a comprehensive classical music streaming platform that also features jazz and soundtracks. You can vibe with Monster Music and other spooky playlists on the Library’s always available digital resource.  Discover Naxos Music Library today: SCLSNJ.org/Naxos.
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