Discover the Music Careers of Stranger Things Cast as Season 5 Premieres on Netflix
The final season of Stranger Things is set to premiere on Netflix on November 27, 2025. This highly anticipated season, consisting of four episodes, will be followed by three additional episodes on December 26 and conclude with a finale on January 1, 2026. The plot continues from season four, focusing on the characters’ quest to defeat the villain Vecna, as they navigate the aftermath of the Rifts that opened in Hawkins.
Exploring the Music Careers of the Stranger Things Cast
As fans gear up for the fifth season, it’s fascinating to explore the music careers of the talented cast members. Here’s an overview of what each has accomplished in the music industry:
Joe Keery as Steve Harrington
- Released hit song “End of Beginning” in February 2024.
- Gained popularity on TikTok, leading to his first entry on the UK charts.
- Former member of the rock band Post Animal, transitioned to a solo career as Djo.
- Currently has 24 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
Finn Wolfhard as Mike Wheeler
- Performed as lead vocalist of indie rock band Calpurnia from 2017 to 2019.
- Currently a member of The Aubreys, releasing their debut album “Karaoke Alone” in 2021.
- Not focused on fame, but rather enjoys songwriting and music for its own sake.
- The Aubreys have over 50K monthly listeners on Spotify, while Calpurnia boasts over 157K.
Maya Hawke as Robin Buckley
- Made her Stranger Things debut in season three, daughter of actors Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke.
- Released two singles in August 2019, followed by her first album “Blush” in 2020.
- Subsequent projects include “MOSS” (2022) and “Chaos Angel” (2024).
- Currently has 508K monthly listeners on Spotify.
Caleb McLaughlin as Lucas Sinclair
- Released his first single “Neighborhood” in 2021, followed by “Soul Travel” in 2022.
- As a newcomer in music, he may dedicate more time to his musical pursuits after the show ends.
Other Musical Talents in the Cast
- Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin Henderson) is a vocalist in the band Work in Progress, which released songs in 2019.
- Charlie Heaton (Jonathan Byers) was a drummer for the band Comanechi and has toured with them but hasn’t released solo music.
As Stranger Things prepares to return to screens, the cast’s diverse musical talents add another layer to their already rich careers. With the final season on the horizon, fans can look forward to both the gripping storyline and the impressive music contributions from its stars.
