Warning: Spoilers ahead for Clown in a Cornfield
Eli Craig’s latest slasher film, titled “Clown in a Cornfield,” tells the story of a teenage girl who steps into a time-warp town and encounters a conflict between the traditional and modern world through its music. This movie is an adaptation of Adam Cesare’s 2020 novel with the same title. The film boasts a talented cast including Kevin Durand, Will Sasso, Aaron Abrams, and Katie Douglas, who delivers a breakout performance as Quinn Maybrook, a Philadelphia girl relocated to the rustic town of Kettle Springs. In this new setting, Quinn and her friends soon find themselves in a dangerous encounter with an ominous reinterpretation of the town’s mascot, Frendo the Clown.
In the movie “Clown in a Cornfield“, the soundtrack complements the action beautifully, spanning from 1980s hip-hop to contemporary electronica. The chaotic rhythm of a clown’s violent rampage through a high school barn party and his desperate flight through a charred factory seems to be mirrored in the music. This results in an intriguing playlist when compiled together. While the music doesn’t directly influence the plot of “Clown in a Cornfield“, it offers an enjoyable atmosphere for the much-awaited and critically acclaimed slasher film, set to start the summer in 2025.
| Song | Artist |
|---|---|
| “What Do I Owe” | Dummy |
| “I Ain’t No Joke” | Eric B. & Rakim |
| “Get Out The Way” | Mother Mother |
| “If I Look Fine” | Roet |
| “Bye Bye” | Haiku Hands & Ribongia |
| “A Thousand Little Fires (feat. Definitely Dean)” | Anthony Lazaro |
| “Not About You” | Haiku Hands |
| “How U Feelin” | Kabwasa |
| “Wicked and Weird” | Buck 65 |
| “Heavyweight” | Ruckspin & Lynxegirl |
| “The Force” | Nicholas Hill, Glenn Herweijer, & Ben Sumner |
| “Keep It Up” | Good Neighbours |
| “Won’t Take Me Alive” | Dirty Honey |
When Every Song On The Clown In A Cornfield Soundtrack Plays In The Movie
Several Different Music Genres Are Represented
What Am I Obliged To” by Dummy
In the initial scene of the film, a rock anthem from 2003 by Dummy, titled “What Am I Obliged To”, plays. This scene is set at a party in 1991, 30 years prior to the main storyline of the movie. A youthful couple departs from the barn party and ventures into the ominous cornfield, where they – as well as the viewers – are introduced to Frendo the Clown in a rather grisly manner.
As Quinn and her father navigate their way into Kettle Springs for the first time, an old-school hip-hop tune from the 1980s duo Eric B. & Rakim fills the car radio. Quinn chides him for playing “outdated ’90s rap,” before switching it off, standing out noticeably among the soundtrack’s broader mix.
In this scenario, the song “Get Out the Way” by the Canadian indie rock band Mother Mother from 2014 is playing as Quinn organizes her space. This upbeat tune with its slightly defiant lyrics serves to give us a glimpse into Quinn’s character.
As a discerning movie reviewer, let me share my thoughts on “If I Look Fine,” the introspective indie rock masterpiece from artist Roet. In a poignant scene, the film follows protagonist Quinn as she rides home in silence with her father, both grappling with an incident at school. The mellow melodies of Roet’s music echo their shared tension, creating a powerful emotional resonance that transcends the boundaries of the screen.
In the garage, dance electronica track “Bye Bye” by Haiku Hands & Ribongia plays, as Matt, the arrogant jock, lifts weights. However, this time it’s not just another workout for Matt; he becomes the second friend to be claimed by Frendo. An impromptu guillotine is used to detach Matt’s head, which is then stored in a cooler.
Anthony Lazaro’s mellow tune ‘A Thousand Little Fires,’ featuring Definitely Dean, serves as a soft and fitting soundtrack for Quinn’s secretive text exchange with Cole, in which he persuades her to break curfew following their encounter with the law enforcement.
In the music scene, dance-electronica band Haiku Hands emerges once more as Quinn succumbs to Cole’s persuasion, stepping out secretly.
Kabwasa’s lively mix of R&B and electronica, “How U Feelin”, sets the tone as Cole and Quinn enter the yearly barn party hosted by Cole. This song beautifully embodies the atmosphere of an uninhibited teenage gathering in a barn – it’s carefree and joyful.
Canadian artist Buck 65’s track ‘Wicked and Weird’ is undeniably a rap song, yet it carries a strong country undertone that seamlessly complements its surroundings. In this particular scene, Quinn and Cole are seen dancing in the barn, following Cole’s announcement of the reason for the gathering. This song perfectly encapsulates the atmosphere of the scene.
Heavyweight” by Ruckspin & Lynxegirl
Scene: The tune “Heavyweight,” a blend of rap and electronica, resonates as Quinn leads Cole out of the barn towards a nearby shelter for a private rendezvous. The song’s female-dominated narrative mirrors Quinn’s assertive demeanor, expressing her command over the situation, until Cole decides to halt their progression.
As they depart from the dilapidated facility where Arthur Hill planned to execute his son, the upbeat blend of hip-hop and electronica track by Nicholas Hill, Glenn Herweijer, & Ben Sumner plays, perfectly reflecting the relief and joy felt in the scene, much like the rest of the soundtrack does.
A year later, in a closing scene, we see Quinn preparing to depart from Kettle Springs, presumably for college, as she loads her car. Before saying farewell to Cole and Rust, the tune “Keep Up” by Good Neighbours begins to play, symbolizing Quinn’s mix of melancholy and optimism during her departure.
The contemporary rock hit, “Won’t Take Me Alive,” by Dirty Honey, echoes during the final credits of “Clown in a Cornfield,” serving as a fitting finale to the storyline.
Where To Listen To Clown In A Cornfield’s Soundtrack
Keep An Eye On The Major Streaming Platforms
In its initial release, you won’t find the soundtrack for the movie “Clown in a Cornfield” on popular streaming platforms like Apple Music and Spotify. This is common for independent films like this one, so it wouldn’t be unexpected if it wasn’t available even after the wide release on May 9th. However, if it does become accessible, you should find it on most major platforms. Meanwhile, each individual song from the “Clown in a Cornfield” soundtrack is available separately on Apple Music and Spotify for those who want to listen to specific tracks.
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2025-05-09 07:06