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Ransom Canyon soundtrack: A list of every song in the series

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Ransom Canyon is a new Netflix series that premiered on April 17, offering a thrilling combination of romance and drama set in a small Texas town. The show is based on the book series by Jodi Thomas and revolves around the lives of three ranching families embroiled in a battle for land, legacy, and love.

The series is about Quinn O'Grady (a former concert pianist who now owns a bar) and Staten Kirkland, a rancher. It follows their personal struggles as they confront family secrets, land disputes, and growing relationships.

Madonna Wade-Reed is in charge of the music for Ransom Canyon. She carefully chooses the songs to fit the show's mood and setting. Known for making a unique soundscape for each project, she has collaborated with showrunner April Blair on a number of shows.

Wade-Reed's approach to Ransom Canyon includes a mix of country hits, acoustic music, and indie songs, which give each scene emotional depth. The soundtrack is designed to enhance the experience for the viewer which goes well with both the personal and dramatic plots.

Ransom Canyon: All songs in the series

A still from Ransom Canyon (Image via Netflix)
A still from Ransom Canyon (Image via Netflix)

The Ransom Canyon soundtrack features a mix of energetic country tunes and introspective indie tracks, reflecting the series' emotional landscape. The soundtrack has an approximate runtime of over 2 hours.

Below is a comprehensive list of songs featured in the show:

Episode 101

Episode 102

Episode 103

Episode 104

Episode 105

Episode 106

Episode 107

Episode 108

Episode 109

Episode 110

Music composer: Jeff Cardoni

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The atmospheric music for Ransom Canyon was composed by Jeff Cardoni, known for his work on TV shows like Silicon Valley and The Kominsky Method. The Western style of the series complements his acoustic compositions, which use electric guitars, pianos, and bowed strings, among other instruments.

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Cardoni's music enhances the emotional tone of the show, providing subtle yet impactful personal stories taking place in the small Texas town. His work in Ransom Canyon is recognized for how close it is to the characters and how deeply it connects with their struggles and victories.

Plot of the Netflix series

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Ransom Canyon follows the lives of three ranching families Texas Hill Country whose paths intersect. Staten Kirkland, a tough rancher played by Josh Duhamel, is at the center of the drama. He is still grieving the death of his wife while also fighting to protect his family's land from outside threats.

Staten owns the huge Double K Ranch. His life is turned upside down as he goes through the painful process of healing, getting revenge, and finding new opportunities in life that he had missed before.

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Minka Kelly portrays Quinn O'Grady, a former concert pianist who moves to New York for a while and then moves back to Texas. In order to start over, Quinn has come back to Ransom Canyon to take over the dance hall there.

Despite her success in New York, Quinn is drawn to Staten and his fight to protect the land his family owns. As Staten and Quinn's relationship grows, the tension between them as lovers becomes a central theme, unfolding amidst the families' battle over land and legacy.

As the show goes on, a mysterious cowboy arrives in town and uncovers long-kept secrets that could put everything the families have fought for at risk. In the middle of all the emotional turmoil and romantic drama, Staten and Quinn have to face their pasts and decide if their love can last in Ransom Canyon's harsh realities.

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Ransom Canyon is available to stream on Netflix.

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