'The Morning Show' Season 4: The Soundtrack Will SHOCK You!

The cutthroat world of morning television is back on our screens, and with it comes the perfectly curated soundtrack we've all come to expect. "The Morning Show" Season 4 has officially arrived, and word on the street – or rather, from Apple HQ – is that it's already been greenlit for Season 5. Talk about job security! But enough about the show's future, let's dive into the music that's setting the scene for all the drama unfolding now.

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Picking up nearly two years after the chaotic events of Season 3, we find Alex Levy (Jennifer Aniston) and Bradley Jackson (Reese Witherspoon) navigating separate paths... at least, initially. But anyone who's followed this show knows that these two are like magnets – always pulled back together, no matter how hard they try to resist. And what better way to underscore that reunion than with a killer track?

The Season 4 needle drops kick off with a serious bang, thanks to Beyoncé's "Alligator Tears" from her critically acclaimed "Cowboy Carter" album. The placement is perfect, playing as Mia Jordan (Karen Pittman) sets out to reel Bradley back into the fold under the newly merged UBN umbrella. It's a powerful statement, and a great way to signal that this season is going to be just as intense as the last. I mean, who else could pull off using Queen Bey to foreshadow corporate machinations?

Beyond the high-profile placements, viewers can expect the usual blend of familiar voices and eclectic tunes backing pivotal moments throughout the season. Janelle Monáe's "Dance Apocalyptic" makes an appearance in the first episode, setting a slightly more chaotic, yet still stylish, tone. And, of course, Benjamin Clementine's haunting "Nemesis" is back as the show's signature opening theme, instantly transporting us back to the glamorous, yet morally ambiguous, world of morning news.

Looking back, "The Morning Show" has always had a knack for using music to elevate its storytelling. Past seasons have featured everyone from Frank Sinatra and The Foo Fighters to more unexpected choices like Cigarettes After Sex. Last season alone we heard Tom Petty, Tony Bennett, and more. The eclectic mix perfectly captures the show's blend of classic ambition and modern anxieties. And let's not forget Carter Burwell's contributions to the score; his work is just as vital to the show's overall atmosphere.

For those keeping track, Episode 2, titled "The Revolution Will Be Televised," promises more sonic goodness. Keep an ear out, folks, because this season's soundtrack is shaping up to be just as memorable as the drama unfolding on screen. Stay tuned for a full episode-by-episode breakdown as the season progresses!