The Abandons is a western drama directed by Son of Anarchy's Kurt Sutter. The show was realized on Netflix on December 4. All seven episodes came together. The show features Gillian Anderson and Lena Headey as leaders of rival families fighting for land in the 19th century in Washington Territory.
Washington Territory. Emmy nominated composer Jeff Danna created the original score for the show. The soundtrack features 25 instrumental tracks totaling 57 minutes. Netflix Music released the complete album alongside the series premiere. Fans can now stream every piece of music from the show. The score builds the dark atmosphere that defines this frontier drama.
What songs appear in The Abandons ?
The soundtrack consists entirely of original instrumental compositions. Unlike many modern series, The Abandons doesn't use licensed songs with lyrics. Jeff Danna crafted atmospheric pieces that capture the harsh realities of frontier life. Three tracks feature collaboration with Arden Danna.
The opening track shares the show's title and sets the tone for the rest of the album. Two Riders and The Body Wagon establish the dangerous world. The music shifts between quiet moments and intense sequences.
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Complete Track Listing of The Abandons
- The Abandons - Jeff Danna
- On the Edge of Nowhere - Jeff Danna
- Two Riders - Jeff Danna
- The Body Wagon - Jeff Danna
- A Table for the Departed - Jeff Danna & Arden Danna
- Stone or Stick - Jeff Danna & Arden Danna
- Unlikely Lovers - Jeff Danna
- The Joaquins - Jeff Danna
- Coffins - Jeff Danna
- Look What Your Love Has Left Us - Jeff Danna
- Your Father's Love of Schubert - Jeff Danna
- The Grace That I See - Jeff Danna
- A Fallen Priest - Jeff Danna
- Bound by Murder - Jeff Danna
- Ride the Badlands - Jeff Danna
- Chasing the Love of Strangers - Jeff Danna
- Tracking Cavalry - Jeff Danna
- Do I Sound Quite Mad - Jeff Danna
- This Maternal Twinge - Jeff Danna
- Searching for Secrets - Jeff Danna
- Elias and Trisha - Jeff Danna
- Fiona Circles the House - Jeff Danna
- Walter's Family - Jeff Danna & Arden Danna
- Pray for Guidance - Jeff Danna
- Fire & Vengeance - Jeff Danna
- Trouble so Hard - Amythyst Kiah & Her Chest of Glass
Which tracks stand out most?
Several pieces deserve attention for their length and emotional impact. The Joaquins runs 3 minutes and 31 seconds. This makes it the longest track on the album. Fire & Vengeance comes close at 3 minutes and 27 seconds.
This track plays during the season finale's climactic showdown between Fiona Nolan and Constance Van Ness. A Fallen Priest lasts just over three minutes. This Maternal Twinge runs 3 minutes and 8 seconds. Shorter pieces like Unlikely Lovers and Do I Sound Quite Mad deliver powerful moments in under a minute.
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Where can viewers listen to the full album?
The Abandons soundtrack is available on all major streaming platforms. Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music carry the complete album. Fans can also find it on Tidal and Deezer. Those who prefer to own their music can purchase it digitally on iTunes. The album title is The Abandons (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series). Streaming the music enhances the viewing experience.
Who Created the Music?
Jeff Danna brings impressive credentials to this project. He previously worked with executive producer Chris Keyser on HBO Max's Julia and FX's Tyrant. His film work includes The Good Dinosaur, Onward, and The Addams Family. Danna also composed music for Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities. His career includes four Primetime Emmy nominations. He has won five BMI Film & TV Awards and seventeen SOCAN Awards.
This background made him perfect for The Abandons. The score reflects his understanding of Western storytelling.
The series was filmed in Calgary, Alberta, from May through October last year. The cast includes Nick Robinson, Diana Silvers, Aisling Franciosi, Lucas Till, and Michiel Huisman.
Jeff Danna's score elevates The Abandons into a memorable television experience, complementing the brutal frontier drama perfectly.