**The Bear Season 3 Soundtrack Guide to Every Needle Drop**
The FX series “The Bear,” which delves into the lives of chefs striving to create a fine dining experience in Chicago, is renowned for its eclectic and impactful soundtrack. Season 3 continues this tradition, featuring a diverse array of artists such as Beastie Boys, Giuseppe Verdi, Kate Bush, Kool & the Gang, Talking Heads, Weezer, Van Morrison, Radiohead, Taylor Swift, and Nine Inch Nails. The music, curated by executive producers and music supervisors Josh Senior and Christopher Storer, plays a crucial role in setting the tone and enhancing the narrative of the show.
**Episode 1: “Tomorrow”**
The season premiere sets the stage with Nine Inch Nails’ “Together,” a 10-minute track from their 2020 album “Ghosts V.” This piece, customized by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross specifically for the episode, underscores the chaotic mind of Carmy (Jeremy Allen White). The track’s haunting and immersive quality is a testament to Reznor and Ross’s prowess in film and TV composition.
**Episode 2: “Next”**
Eddie Vedder’s cover of English Beat’s “Save It for Later” serves as the theme music for this episode, playing over a traditional opening credits sequence. The ethereal sound mix of Vedder’s version contrasts with the original, adding a unique flavor to the episode. Radiohead’s “(Nice Dream)” from their album “The Bends” plays during the end credits, continuing the show’s tradition of featuring the band.
**Episode 3: “Doors”**
This episode leans heavily on classical music, featuring pieces by Pietro Mascagni, Bohuslav Martinů, Franz Krommer, Franz Joseph Haydn, Ludwig Van Beethoven, Alessandro Cortini, Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, William Vincent Wallace, Felix Mendelssohn, Camille Saint-Saëns, Richard Strauss, and Giuseppe Verdi. The use of Italian opera and other classical compositions underscores the intense and passionate environment of the kitchen.
**Episode 4: “Violet”**
An eclectic mix of music characterizes this episode, with tracks from Cocteau Twins, Brian Eno & John Cale, Taylor Swift, and Weezer. Taylor Swift’s “Long Live” plays during a poignant scene between Ritchie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) and Frank (Josh Hartnett), while Weezer’s “Getchoo” features in the end credits.
**Episode 5: “Children”**
The episode opens with the dramatic orchestral score from “The Night of the Hunter” (1955), followed by Van Morrison’s “Purple Heather” and an instrumental version of Eddie Vedder’s “Save It for Later.” The Rolling Stones’ “Mixed Emotions” dominates the latter part of the episode, perfectly capturing the characters’ complex feelings.
**Episode 6: “Napkins”**
Kool & the Gang’s “Get Down on It” kicks off this flashback episode, followed by tracks from Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, Kate Bush, Genevieve Artadi, Beastie Boys, and Ghetto Brothers. The use of Beastie Boys’ “Sabotage” is particularly notable, adding a dynamic and rebellious energy to the scenes.
**Episode 7: “Legacy”**
Adrienne Lenker’s “No Machine,” Eddie Vedder’s “Save It for Later,” Beastie Boys’ “Fight for Your Right,” Lindsey Buckingham’s “Stephanie (Live at Hoyt Sherman Palace, Des Moines, IA 2012),” Jeffery Ameen Qaiyum’s “Something Sweet,” and Carole King’s “Up On the Roof” feature in this episode. The instrumental portion of “Save It for Later” reappears during a conversation between Sydney (Ayo Edebiri) and Adam Shapiro.
**Episode 8: “Ice Chips”**
This episode, focusing on Sugar’s childbirth, features minimal music. The standout tracks are Refused’s “New Noise” and The Ronettes’ “Baby, I Love You,” the latter playing during a touching moment between Donna (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Sugar.
**Episode 9: “Apologies”**
Nine Inch Nails’ “Ghosts II – 13,” Mk.gee’s “Are You Looking Up,” Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross’s “The Forever Rain,” Nine Inch Nails’ “Hope We Can Again,” R.E.M.’s “Strange Currencies,” Stevie Nicks’ “Secret Love,” Jennifer Castle’s “Blowing Kisses,” Joyce Manor’s “Constant Headache,” and Counting Crows’ “A Murder of One” feature in this episode. The blending of R.E.M.’s “Strange Currencies” with “Hope We Can Again” adds to the episode’s emotional depth.
**Episode 10: “Forever”**
The season finale features a rich tapestry of music, including Nine Inch Nails’ “Together,” Weezer’s “In the Garage,” Talking Heads’ “The Big Country,” The Sundays’ “Joy,” The Replacements’ “Within Your Reach,” David Bowie’s “Can You Hear Me,” Tangerine Dream’s “Diamond Diary,” Otis Redding’s “Just One More Day (Live),” Susanna Hoffs’ “We Close Our Eyes,” John Cale’s “Big White Cloud,” James’ “Laid,” and The Smashing Pumpkins’ “Disarm.” These tracks underscore the episode’s emotional highs and lows, providing a fitting conclusion to the season.
“The Bear” Season 3 continues to impress with its masterful use of music, blending a wide range of genres and artists to enhance the storytelling. Each needle drop is carefully chosen to reflect the characters’ emotions and the narrative’s tone, making the soundtrack an integral part of the viewing experience.
Source: Consequence, Mashable
