The seventh episode of Dexter: Resurrection Season 1 includes five tracks.
Dexter: Resurrection returned with Episode 7, titled “Course Correction”, and once again proved that this revival is delivering hit after hit. Picking up right where last week’s suspenseful chapter left off, the latest episode wasted no time pulling fans back to the edge of their seats.
What followed was a rollercoaster of unexpected twists, emotional confrontations, and jaw-dropping moments that reminded viewers why this franchise still feels so electric more than a decade later.
Music and Soundtrack in Dexter: Resurrection Episode 7
Like the previous six episodes, “Course Correction” leaned on music to heighten its storytelling, blending licensed tracks with Pat Irwin’s chilling new score. Interestingly, the first half of the episode played out without any licensed songs, creating a tense and almost suffocating silence. But once the second half hit, the soundtrack came alive—delivering five carefully chosen tracks that perfectly matched the mood of each scene.
While the episode included fewer songs compared to earlier ones, the selections carried real weight. Each track was handpicked by showrunners Clyde Phillips and Scott Reynolds, making sure every beat aligned with the narrative and the unique vibe of New York City.
No Daniel Licht Originals This Time
Longtime fans of the franchise may have noticed that none of Daniel Licht’s original compositions from Dexter made it into Episode 7. That’s a bit of a disappointment, considering earlier episodes had included snippets of Licht’s iconic score. Instead, “Course Correction” relied entirely on Pat Irwin’s amazing new material for Dexter: Resurrection as well as unreleased tracks from Dexter: Original Sin. While different in style, the soundtrack continues to honor the show’s dark and twisted atmosphere.
Dexter: Resurrection – Episode 7 “Course Correction” Full Soundtrack List
1. “Satan Is His Name” – Holly Golightly (2018)
Scene: Plays as Dexter approaches Gareth #2 at Prater’s Gardens after making a reckless choice.
2. “U-Mass” – Pixies (1991)
Scene: Transition from Charley tending to Dexter’s wound to Harrison anxiously waiting at Collings University.
3. “Kill Your Ego” – Pike Project (2024)
Scene: Harrison meets Gigi on campus, with this modern track underlining their chemistry.
4. “Ran Kan Kan” (Original Recording) – Tito Puente (1949)
Scene: Batista dances with Blessing as this lively classic fills the room, evoking Miami memories for Dexter who is surprised to learn that his former friend and colleague is persistent.
5. “Showdown” – Electric Light Orchestra (1973)
Scene: After an unbearably tense conversation between Dexter and Batista, this song plays—symbolizing the fracture in their relationship. It also replaces the usual end credits theme.
Final Thoughts on Episode 7’s Music
Episode 7’s soundtrack may have been leaner, but it packed just as much punch. From the raw energy of the Pixies to the timeless Latin rhythms of Tito Puente and the dramatic finish with ELO, Dexter: Resurrection continues to use music as a storytelling weapon. Each track reflects not just the setting of modern-day New York City, but also the emotional weight of Dexter’s journey.