Spotify Halloween Playlist & Costumes With Guest DJ Jameela Jamil

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 24: Alexis “Lucky Starr” Gordon attends the Spotify Halloween Costume Pop-up Event on Mercer Street in New York City on October 24, 2019. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Spotify)

Last night, Spotify celebrated the opening of its immersive Halloween Costume Pop-Up with an event in New York featuring Jameela Jamil as guest DJ. The pop-up features costumes inspired by artists who have dared to push boundaries and challenge us, often with their iconic style, and will be open to the public for one day only on Saturday, October 26th.

Jamil played tracks from artists like Cardi B, Kanye West and TLC while wearing one of the sparkliest items available at Spotify’s pop-up – a replica of the Billie Eilish spider-covered crown featured in the singer-songwriter’s “you should see me in a crown” music video.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 24: A view of atmosphere during the Spotify Halloween Costume Pop-up Event on Mercer Street in New York City on October 24, 2019. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Spotify)

A self-confessed fan of Eilish, Jamil later posted a photo of herself in the crown on Instagram Stories, saying “I am Silly Eilish. The less cool third sibling.” Eilish reposted, “OMG NO.”

A highlight of the event was a presentation by Spotify’s VP, Global Executive Creative Director, Alex Bodman, who explained to guests the inspiration behind each costume accessory on display, including a replica of the live python Britney Spears famously draped around her shoulders during her 2001 MTV VMA’s performance of “I’m a Slave 4 U.” Also, featured is nail art from popular Latin artist Bad Bunny, the Lil Nas X rhinestone-accented jacket patch you see in his “Old Town Road” music video and a replica of Trippie Redd’s diamond-crusted fang grillz.

The overall theme of the pop-up is “Stay Scary,” and Spotify worked closely with all 12 artists involved in curating the approach to Halloween.

OCTOBER 24: An outside view of the Spotify Halloween Costume Pop-up Event on Mercer Street in New York City on October 24, 2019. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Spotify)

“Halloween is about celebrating the best in pop culture,” says Bodman. “We wanted to highlight some of the iconic artists who have thrilled, challenged and even shocked us, by inviting consumers to a pop-up they can truly immerse themselves in. It’s a celebration of iconic moments in music history and connects fans and artists in a way that only Spotify can.”

The pop-up will be open to the public on Saturday, October 26th and as well as scoring a free costume (on a first come, first-served basis) visitors will be able to interact with a “dare to listen” playlist station, see Spotify-produced short films highlighting musicians who have stepped outside comfort zones for the sake of their art, as well as take some pretty awesome photos with .

OCTOBER 24: A view of atmosphere during the Spotify Halloween Costume Pop-up Event on Mercer Street in New York City on October 24, 2019. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Spotify)

The deets, at a glance:

When: Saturday, October 26th from 10am – 9pm

Where: 163 Mercer Street, New York NY 10012

What: A Spotify Halloween Costume pop-up, with these free costumes and accessories (note that merchandise at the pop-up is limited and entrance is on a first-come, first-served basis, capped at venue capacity):

- Lil Nas X “Old Town Road” jacket patch
- Billie Eilish crown with spiders, a nod to her “you should see me in a crown” music video
- Trippie Redd fang grillz
- Madonna “BOY TOY” belt, as worn during her “Like A Virgin” performance at the 1984 MTV VMA’s
- Willie Nelson-inspired bandana with braids
- Horned ghoul mask, as worn by metal band Ghost
- Bad Bunny sunglasses and nail decals
- Freddie Mercury Live Aid outfit accessories
- Alice Cooper striped suit and cane
- Britney Spears yellow python replica from 2001 MTV VMA’s “I’m a Slave 4 U” performance
- Jaden Smith ERYS chain
- Blink-182 pixelated nude suit, as a nod to the band’s 1999 video for “What’s My Age Again?”

Stream our “Stay Scary” playlist, featuring the artists who inspired Spotify’s approach to Halloween 2019 as well as short films featuring Janet Jackson, Freddie Mercury and Johnny Cash.

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