It might seem unusual that I'm analysing the soundtrack of a TV show, considering my usual area is indie and alternative music. There is however good reason for this. Over its time on air, from 2001 - 2009 (There is no 9th season), Scrubs was able to spotlight a great deal of alternative music thanks to the efforts of the music team as well as lead Zach Braff and director Bill Lawrence. Not only did they use the music, they incorporated into the show flawlessly, using it as a tool to set the mood. The show, as well as being amazing of its on right, gave a great platform to artists who otherwise might not have recieved such wide reception.
To give you a sample of the quality music the show highlighted, i've compiled a top 10 of my favourite songs featured in Scrubs (In no particular order), although I do suggest you give the show a watch:
- Dracula From Houston (Butthole Surfers)
- Feeling Fresh (The Eels)
- Good Time (Leroy)
- Dreaming of You (The Coral)
- Missed the Boat (Modest Mouse)
- Light & Day/Reach for the Sun (The Polyphonic Spree)
- New Slang (The Shins)
- Human (John McLaughlin)
- Have It All (Jeremy Kay)
- Close Your Eyes (Young Love)
Bonus Track: Charles In Charge (The Blanks)
What did you think of my list? Did I miss your favourite Scrubs track? Leave a comment and tell me what you thought
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