Overview
In the lead-up to this year's Nike Melbourne Marathon, organisers have revealed what's in runners' ears — and it's an eclectic mix of adrenaline, nostalgia and pure pump-up energy. From first-timers to marathon addicts, music is the secret sauce keeping pace high and spirits higher.
Across all responses, the top three songs were a greatest-hits sprint: 'Eye of the Tiger' by Survivor, 'Lose Yourself' by Eminem and 'Don't Stop Me Now' by Queen. As for artists, Eminem topped the field, with Fred Again.. and Taylor Swift rounding out the podium.
Break it down by runner type, and the playlists get even more telling. First-time runners are banking on Florence + The Machine's 'Dog Days Are Over', casual runners are finding their groove with Fred Again.. 's 'Victory Lap', and the cult runners? They're red-lining to Mötley Crüe's 'Kickstart My Heart'.
The Nike Melbourne Marathon hits the streets on Sunday, October 12. Register for the run or walk events, and listen to the official playlist.