We’re back! This week Jay Sweet joins me to continue our deep dive into the world of fictional bands from movies, TV shows, cartoons, and pop culture. In this second round, we’re unearthing even more beloved, hilarious, and cult-favorite on-screen bands that have shaped the soundtrack of generations. 

From animated hits to movie-ready anthems, this playlist celebrates music that exists only in fiction—but lives in our hearts. Perfect for fans of pop culture, classic films, animated series, and iconic television soundtracks, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves fun, nostalgic, and quirky fictional music.

Be sure to check out Vol. 1, to get the complete fictitious experience! 

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Steel Dragon – We All Die Young (Rock Star)

Spinal Tap – Big Bottom (This Is Spinal Tap)

School of Rock – School of Rock (School of Rock)

Josie & The Pussycats – 3 Small Words (Josie & The Pussycats)

Pink Slip – Take Me Away (Freaky Friday)

Prestige Worldwide – Boats ‘N Hoes (Step Brothers)

Otis Day and the Knights – Shamalama Ding Dong (Animal House)

The Soggy Bottom Boys – Man Of Constant Sorrow (O Brother, Where Art Thou?)

The Commitments – I Never Loved a Man (The Commitments)

The Rock A-Fire Explosion – Banana Hill (Show-Biz Pizza)

K.I.D.S. Incorporated – K.I.D.S. Incorporated (K.I.D.S. Incorporated)

Robin Sparkles – Let’s Go To The Mall (How I Met Your Mother)

Rex Manning – Say No More (Mon Amour) (Empire Records)

Buckaroo Bonzai and the Hong Kong Cavaliers – Since I Don’t Have You (Buckaroo Bonzai)

Figrin D’an & the Modal Nodes – The Cantina Song (Star Wars)

Griffin & Quagmire – Butter on a Pop-Tart (Family Guy)

The Country Bears – Straight Through the Heart of Love (The Country Bears)

Wyld Stallyns – Be Excellent to Each Other (Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure)

The Louisiana Gator Boys – How Blue Can You Get? (Blues Brothers 2000)

B.E.R – The Night Begins to Shine (Teen Titans Go!)