American Primeval soundtrack: A definitive guide to all the songs in the show

American Primeval is currently one of the top trending shows on Netflix. Since its release on January 9, 2025, the Western television miniseries has consistently ranked among the top ten shows on the platform across multiple regions worldwide.

Fans attribute the success of this Mark L. Smith creation to its impeccable storyline, which draws heavily from real events, as well as its direction, dialogues, and overall visual appeal (cinematography). However, one often-overlooked aspect of the show that has significantly contributed to its overall success is its music.

The soundtrack of American Primeval, which consists of a blend of old and new tunes, effectively sets the mood for the series and serves as a narrative device in its own right. The show's soundtrack is curated by the American post-rock band Explosions in the Sky and features 12 tracks, including titles like The Fort, Ghosts, and Adam Ondi Ahman. The other tracks included in the show's soundtrack will be explored later in the article, so stay tuned!

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The soundtrack of American Primeval

The soundtrack of the show in no particular order comprises the following tracks:

1. The Fort by Explosions in the Sky
2. Hard Road by Explosions in the Sky
3. All My Fault by Explosions in the Sky
4. Horizon by Explosions in the Sky
5. Memories by Explosions in the Sky
6. Jacob's Descent by Explosions in the Sky
7. Adam Ondi Ahman by Explosions in the Sky
8. A Melancholy by Explosions in the Sky
9. Snow by Explosions in the Sky
10. A Massacre by Explosions in the Sky
11. This Land by Explosions in the Sky
12. Ghosts by Explosions in the Sky

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About the show

When the trailer for American Primeval was first released, the official logline provided by Netflix revealed very little about the show's plot. The reasons for this ambiguity were unclear, but many speculated that the creators intended to maintain an air of mystery around the series. As time went by, more details about the show's storyline emerged.

Just a day after the show's release, an extensive article on Tudum offered a detailed synopsis of the show's plot. This synopsis proved helpful for those who had yet to watch the show, giving them a better understanding of what to expect.

"This is America, 1857. Up is down, pain is everywhere, and innocence and tranquility are losing the battle to hatred and fear. Peace is the shrinking minority, and very few possess grace — even fewer know compassion."

It continued:

"There’s no safe haven in these wild lands, and only one goal matters: survival. American Primeval is a fictionalized dramatization and examination of the violent collision of culture, religion, and community as men and women fight and die for control of this world. The ensemble tells a story of the sacrifice all must pay when they choose to enter the lawless and brutal frontier."

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How to watch American Primeval?

American Primeval is streaming on Netflix (Image via Getty)

American Primeval is a Netflix-exclusive show, hence its episodes are only available to stream on the platform. All those subscribed to the platform will be able to watch the show at no additional cost.

Those not subscribed to the platform and willing to watch the show can do so by just paying a monthly subscription fee of $6.99.

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