All the Memorable Music From American Horror Story: Hotel's Premiere
Not only does the premiere of American Horror Story: Hotel showcase some brilliant visuals, their music department has clearly been working overtime. In addition to the creepy score, the episode features four standout tracks, including The Eagles' 1976 hit, "Hotel California." Is it a little on-the-nose? Sure. Is it still awesome? Yep. Here are all the songs from the episode, and once you've listened to them all, make sure you caught the subtle reference to the first season!
"Never Land (A Fragment)" by Sisters of Mercy
Plays when: Gabriel is checking in and getting high.
"Tear You Apart" by She Wants Revenge
Plays when: The Countess and Donovan are seducing and killing their prey.
*The opening scene in this video is very similar to the beginning of this sequence on American Horror Story. Both the girl in the music video and Lady Gaga put red lipstick on, then touch it with their fingers.
"Downtown" by Petula Clark
Plays when: The episode flashes back to 1994 and Donovan and Sally enter into the hotel.
"Hotel California" by The Eagles
Plays when: The episode is ending.