Archive · 1 Jan 2026
Stranger Things 5: New 'Needle Drop' Finale Song
Ross Duffer, one of the creators of Stranger Things, talked about the music in the show.
He said they pick songs very carefully to match the story and characters.
They've used some really famous songs before, like 'Running Up the Hill' by Kate Bush.
For the last season, they've finally included some songs they've wanted to use for a long time.
He promised there will be a special song in the finale that has never been used in the show before.
Ross Duffer discussed the careful selection of songs for Stranger Things.
The show's music is chosen to reflect characters and narrative.
Kate Bush's 'Running Up the Hill' was a notable example of this.
Stranger Things 5 will feature a new 'needle drop' song in the finale.
The Duffer Brothers have finally included songs they've wanted to use for a long time.
- Who
- Ross Duffer, co-creator of Stranger Things
- What
- Announced a new 'needle drop' song for the finale of Stranger Things season 5
- When
- During an interview with The Radio Hag
- Where
- Not specified, but likely during a promotional event or interview setting
- Why
- To enhance the narrative and character development in the show
- Show
- Stranger Things
- Season
- 5
- Interview Source
- The Radio Hag
- Interviewee
- Ross Duffer
- Notable Past Song
- Running Up the Hill by Kate Bush
