The Chad Powers Season 2 soundtrack, dropping on Hulu and Disney+ on September 3, 2026, features an original score by Emmy-nominated composer Natalie Holt and music supervision by Jonathan Leahy. The sports comedy series blends 1980s arena rock classics like Whitesnake’s ‘Here I Go Again’ with upbeat Southern brass, vintage soul, and comedic orchestral cues.
Created by Glen Powell and Michael Waldron, the second season follows disgraced quarterback Russ Holliday (Glen Powell) as he uses prosthetics and a hilarious alter ego to win back a spot in college football, alongside star Steve Zahn. Across six episodes, the musical lineup supports the high-stakes absurdity of Holliday’s undercover collegiate career with stadium anthems and locker-room throwbacks.
The Bottom Line
Release Date: Season 2 premieres September 3, 2026, on Hulu and Disney+, bringing fresh musical cues and classic rock anthems.
Key Talent: Original score composed by Natalie Holt, with music supervision handled by Jonathan Leahy.
Musical Style: A high-energy mix of 1980s stadium rock, vintage soul, and Southern brass supporting the gridiron comedy.
Curating the Gridiron Sound: 80s Rock Meets Modern Comedy
Jonathan Leahy curates a sonic landscape for Season 2 that leans heavily into high-energy 1980s arena rock classics. According to Soundtrack Wiki, the official trailer immediately sets this tone with Whitesnake’s legendary anthem ‘Here I Go Again,’ preparing fans for another round of college football chaos with the South State Catfish.
Early episodes feature standout moments, including Chad singing Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell’s classic ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’ right in the locker room while quoting Remember the Titans, perfectly marrying earnest sports tropes with deadpan humor.
Meanwhile, the score by Natalie Holt grounds the chaotic narrative. Known for her work on Loki and Obi-Wan Kenobi, Holt infuses the series with comedic orchestral cues that contrast sharply against the loud, blaring stadium tracks.
Episodic Highlights and Throwback Anthems
As the narrative progresses past a mid-game injury, the South State Catfish storylines require shifting sonic gears. Episode 2 features a bye-week house party sequence designed to amp up the retro appeal. This sequence deploys Tim McGraw’s country hit ‘I Like It, I Love It,’ Dire Straits’ atmospheric ‘Tunnel of Love,’ and a hilarious rendition of Mike Jones and the Ying Yang Twins’ rap anthem ‘Badd’.
By blending classic stadium rock, country throwbacks, and Southern brass, the production creates an eclectic auditory signature that mirrors Holliday’s erratic identity shifts.
Music Production and Supervision Architecture
| Production Role | Assigned Talent | Notable Credited Projects |
|---|---|---|
| Creator & Star | Glen Powell | Top Gun: Maverick, Anyone But You |
| Co-Creator | Michael Waldron | Loki |
| Original Score | Natalie Holt | Loki, Obi-Wan Kenobi |
| Music Supervision | Jonathan Leahy | Everything Everywhere All at Once, Bill & Ted Face the Music |
As episodes roll out, streaming directories will track the full episodic breakdowns across Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
What are your favorite needle drops from the second season so far? Do these stadium anthems outshine the first season’s soundtrack choices? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
