Battle Creek Theme Song
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Battle Creek Theme Song And Lyrics

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Song TitleLost to be Found
Performed ByBrandon Calhoon
ComposerBrandon Calhoon
Premiere DateMarch 1, 2015
Final Episode DateMay 24, 2015
Total Episodes13 (1 Season)
Original NetworkCBS
GenreCrime Drama / Comedy-Drama

Battle Creek Theme Song Lyrics

I might be gone around now Check me out tomorrow Eyes will see you when they open Please remind me to speak I am falling from a steepened mountain Broken heart, you think? Well it’s just you, so please forget me I’m lost to be found I’m lost to be found

Behind the Music: Meaning & Story

The Battle Creek theme song, titled “Lost to be Found,” was composed and performed by Michigan-born musician Brandon Calhoon. The gritty, soulful rock track was a natural fit for the series, as Calhoon’s own roots in the Midwest mirrored the show’s setting in Battle Creek, Michigan. The song’s raw energy captures the tension and the somewhat “unpolished” world of local law enforcement portrayed in the show.

Premiering on CBS in 2015, Battle Creek featured a powerhouse creative team, including executive producers Vince Gilligan (Breaking Bad) and David Shore (House). The series followed the mismatched partnership between Detective Russ Agnew (Dean Winters), a cynical local cop, and Milton Chamberlain (Josh Duhamel), a polished FBI agent with seemingly limitless resources. The contrast between Milton’s high-tech approach and Russ’s low-budget, gritty tactics provided the show’s central conflict and humor.

Despite critical praise for its witty writing and the chemistry between Winters and Duhamel, the series was cancelled after its initial 13-episode run. However, the theme song remains a highlight for fans, perfectly encapsulating the show’s unique blend of small-town crime drama and dark comedic undertones.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote the Battle Creek theme song?
The song “Lost to be Found” was written and performed by Brandon Calhoon, a singer-songwriter from Beaverton, Michigan.
Why was Battle Creek cancelled?
Despite having creators like Vince Gilligan and David Shore, the show suffered from low ratings during its Sunday night time slot on CBS, leading to its cancellation after one season.
Is Battle Creek a real place?
Yes, Battle Creek, Michigan is a real city, famously known as “Cereal City” because it is the world headquarters of the Kellogg Company.
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Editorial Note: Content for Battle Creek has been verified by the ThemeSong.info Editorial Team. Music credits for Brandon Calhoon and production history involving Vince Gilligan and David Shore have been cross-referenced with CBS network records.