Ravey, ominous and sending fans into meltdowns: the third series of HBO’s luxury resort drama isn’t delighting viewers with its musical choices. But might the sonic update be a wise move?The second season of The White Lotus was so rapturously received that the third was always going to be a big deal. The new cast is probably the best yet, HBO has been carefully stoking the flames of anticipation since August and early reviews have been positively vibrating with praise. For a moment there, it felt like The White Lotus could do no wrong.Then it actually began and all hell broke loose. The problem? The theme tune. In seasons one and two, The White Lotus had the best theme tune on television. Aloha!, Cristobal Tapia de Veer’s season one title music, was a beguiling mix of tribal drums and a form of vocalisation that lived somewhere between throat singing and gargling. Season two’s theme song miraculously managed to improve on the formula, remixing the vocal melody into a track that was ...
The new theme tune for *The White Lotus* season three has sparked controversy, with some viewers expressing disappointment, while others reacted humorously. The change, composed by Tapia de Veer, aligns with the season's focus on death, offering a more intense tone compared to previous whimsical themes. Despite initial jarring reactions, the show's cumulative nature suggests the new theme may grow on audiences over time.
