If you're looking for early rock'n roll music, or other music from the fifties, such as Rockabilly and 1950's Jazz, look no further. This is where we keep the Chuck Berry sound-alikes, the guitar blues / Rock Around the Clock (Bill Haley and the Comets) sound-alikes and other music that looks back to that exciting and defining time for our musical culture. Country & Americana music and retro jazz music also found here.
Count Basie style big band with full big band. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 112 BPM]
Epic pops tune with smooth male crooner backed by full orchestra. Dramatic, dreamy, hopeful; makes you feel like all your dreams can come true. Lyrics have positive imagery. Elegant retro feel; something you would hear as a TV or film soundtrack in the 50’s or 60’s but with a modern production shine. Brass section, woodwind section, string section. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 127 BPM]
Older, wiser guy tries to sing some sense into his cocky upstart friend about the ways of the world and how things can take a turn for the worse at any time. Medium fast blues shuffle pushes the song along with rollicking gusto. Powerful, soulful delivery by male vocalist. Fiery blues piano and guitar solos. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 130 BPM]
A super catchy and swinging hip jazz theme. The tune features clever and tasty drumming and a slick upright bass. There is a very cool and catchy drum solo 1:13 seconds into the song. Use this for commercials or TV themes and underscores for projects that need that a sophisticated, slick tasty, jazz vibe [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 225 BPM]
You can really 'do the twist' to this fun and retro 1960's surf rocker! Played in a classic 12-bar blues style with twangy guitars, this is a fun and lively, authentic sounding Surf rock track in the style of the Beach Boys, Dick Dale, Del-tones, and many other bands of that era. [Tempo: Fast / 160 BPM]
A magical, playful & jaunty hook depicting ‘work in progress’ or concentration on a project or task. Gathers momentum for a middle section before returning to its original pace for a quirky ‘time’s up’ type ending. [Tempo: Medium / 123 BPM]
1950's era rock and roll, 45rpm. Historical, rockabilly. [Tempo: Fast / 186 BPM]
Raw 1950's or 1960's style R&B / Blues in the style of Blues Brothers etc. Guitars, drums, electric bass, organ and saxophone. [Tempo: Fast / 140 BPM]
A soundtrack to accompany the sights, sounds, culture and cuisine of France. Features accordion, acoustic guitar, viola and upright bass. Great for travel, cooking, tourism, corporate, commercials or any french themed project. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 64 BPM]
A jazzy, upbeat and positive underscore in the style of a 30's or 40's 'how to' film. A fun and catchy clarinet melody is complemented with solos on the piano, trombone and trumpet. [Tempo: Fast / 169 BPM]
A very slow, bluesy, jazz track. Piano, upright bass, brush drums. Very lazy, smokey, piano blues. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 50 BPM]
Slow tempo jazz piano trio with classy main theme and bridge key modulation. This track leans to the soothing, beautiful side but still features some fine improvisation work. Fine-wine-and-upscale-dinner-type slow swinging jazz. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 67 BPM]
An elegant, poignant Tango with the flavour of old Europe, perhaps Italy or Sicily. Led by a fragile solo violin, supported by accordion, drums and strings. Passionate, combining elements of joy and tenderness, perhaps longing. Good for historical Europe, dance scenes, drama and more. The track moves into a more developed / louder part at about 45 seconds in. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 92 BPM]
This song has punchy guitar riffs and solos teamed with a locked rhythm section of drums and bass with a melancholy trumpet line. The lyrics describe how the ending of a relationship brought heartache and loneliness and empty bottles of wine. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 117 BPM]
Quirky, cool jazz number with a retro television game show feel. Upbeat and pleasant, classic big band jazz groove for advertising, restaurant, pubs, parties etc. [Tempo: Medium / 146 BPM]
An instrumental, upbeat, swinging jazz track with piano, guitar, upright bass and drums. A melodically happy and bouncy track. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 82 BPM]
Happy, but laid-back and easy going, old-time classic jazz sound. Old fashioned and charming, Jazz quartet with live trumpet lead plus acoustic guitar, acoustic piano, upright bass and jazzy drums played with brushes. Good natured, a little bit light hearted and romantic. [Tempo: Slow / 85 BPM]
Western swing. Steel guitar & accordian over guitar, piano & bass. Fun retro style. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 205 BPM]
Upbeat happy-go-lucky jazzy tune heavily influenced by 50s and 60s era production music. Inspired by retro sitcoms, vintage TV, cartoons and tongue-in-cheek vintage cartoon parodies. [Tempo: Fast / 146 BPM]
Swinging answer to the classic Frank Loesser composition from Guys and Dolls (also one of Sinatra’s greatest hits). Ultra-cool big band arrangement blasts out a call and response with male jazz vocalist. Lyrics jump between two themes, romance and gambling; ultimately deciding that confidence and attitude are the keys to success. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 136 BPM]
An uptempo, groovy and swinging jazz piano track. Jazz trio featuring acoustic piano, acoustic bass and drums. Classic jazz fusion / jazz club type material. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 142 BPM]
Kitschy, comedic underscore features baritone sax and upright bass. Great fun for an underscore. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 112 BPM]
Medium swinging, funky fun jazz vocal song. Lyrics about sexy temptress who can’t be ignored, and can’t be trusted. Guitar and piano solos. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]
Male bluesman belts out the truth about day-in-day-out reality. Memphis blues with full horn section, drawing from the big B.B. King Orchestra sound. References to work, marriage, drinking, and ultimately life and death; this hardened bluesman is even brash enough to tell the Grim Reaper to come back later. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 93 BPM]
Feelings of elegance with a whiff of perfume in a night filled with romance. This jazz track features piano and warm cello melodies with bass and drums. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 60 BPM]
A happy and swinging Jazz Trio track. Upbeat piano, drums and bass, in a traditional jazz style. A little bit playful. Performed and recorded live in studio. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 88 BPM]
A smooth, easy, playful and delightful version of the old classic song Makin' Whoopee. This song was composed by Walter Donaldson, with lyrics by Gus Kahn, and was first published in 1928. The song came into public domain in USA on January 1st, 2024. This recording was created, performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring vocals by Tom Savage. [Please note: This historical composition may, or may not, be in the public domain in the country of your residence, as every country has its own laws on when a historical music composition enters public domain. In the USA it is public domain as of January 1, 2024. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
Clean, up-tempo, funky drums, with an intense, powerful feel. This minimal track is suitable for creating a strong sense of movement and/or excitement. Suitable for productions that require a touch of percussive thrill, and scenes or sequences that imply a sense of tension or agitation. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]
Upbeat and cheesy music track made with orchestra. Nostalgic and kitsch music. [Tempo: Medium / 130 BPM]
Classic retro rock style. Happy and bouncy, 1950's or 1960's style with electric guitars and hammond organ. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 90 BPM]
A hazy, somewhat dreamy, Americana / Folk, textural track featuring acoustic guitar, acoustic piano and harmonica lead. Lamenting, with a dark undertone. Good for drama, crime, history and more. Also available without the harmonica, making it a more ethereal, reflective underscore track. All live performance; no computers. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 84 BPM]
Floating through wide open spaces, rivers and canyons these dreamlike baritone guitar licks are as laid back as a campfire under the stars. Subtle, dreamy washes give this retro style Country & Western a futuristic twist. [Tempo: Slow / 81 BPM]
Lovely jazz ballad features piano. Sexy, Romantic, Dinner, Drinks. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 72 BPM]
Up-tempo, fun, and with a classical big band feel, this track is the perfect backdrop for an uplifting, happy, and moving project. Great for productions that require a heart-warming and recognizable soundscape, such as commercials, movies and TV shows. [Tempo: Fast / 192 BPM]
Jazzy and cool, featuring a Miles Davis inspired trumpet in a smokey nightclub. [Tempo: Medium / 160 BPM]
Fun, upbeat Dixieland version of this very famous tune. Widely associated with New Orleans, Louis Armstrong and various sports teams this track could fit many projects including comedies, kids tv and products, silent films, partying, celebrating, documentaries, sports and mardi gras. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 91 BPM]
Laid back cheesy muzak, with a dreamy melody over a retro groove, reminiscent from Raindrops Keep Falling On My head, by Burt Bacharach. Floating easy listening music. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]
A happy, feel-good, toe-tapping Jazz Trio track. Playful piano, groovy upright bass and drums. Performed and recorded live in studio. [Tempo: Medium / 130 BPM]
Whimsical and elegant jazz music theme inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. Jazz / Sitcom / Retro / Vintage / TV / Show Theme/ 1950's / 1960's music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 178 BPM]
Orchestral easy listening upbeat music tune, fast and jolly, with a somewhat Latin cheeky vibe. In the style of sitcoms from the Fifties and Sixties. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Groovy music track recorded with brass backgrounds and cool, modern jazz piano melodies. Rhythmic upright bass, chill out, lounge music. This track will fit well for fashion projects, chill situations and background music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 80 BPM]
Acoustic guitar lead track with a remarkable harmonica melody and a bluesy vibe. It has a southern, folksy feel to it. Suitable for productions that require an unassuming, simple, hearty backdrop with a touch of the blues. Great for commercials, presentations, film, and TV shows. [Tempo: Medium / 104 BPM]
A happy and slightly playful jazz trio. Busy, acoustic jazz. Live performance with acoustic piano, upright bass and jazz drums. Fast tempo. Traditional jazz club sound. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 160 BPM]
Country / Americana ballad with an electric slide guitar top line. Swaying and beautiful. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 105 BPM]
Playful / Casual / Joyful / Jovial / Leisurely Music. Light orchestra arrangement with marimba, piano and strings. Kids or Family oriented music. Fun and untroubled. [Tempo: Medium / 124 BPM]
A light and pleasant, acoustic jazz lounge track. Jazz piano, upright bass, jazzy drums. Happy / Relaxed / Easy-going. [Tempo: Slow / 105 BPM]
Homage to Sergio Leone and Ennio Morricone. Heroic western theme. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
An easy-going, swaying and swinging instrumental version of the old classic jazz/blues song, Makin Whoopee. This song was composed by Walter Donaldson, with words by Gus Kahn, and first published in 1928. The underlying composition and lyrics became public domain in USA on January 1, 2024. This version was created, performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024. (Stem files available.) [Please note: This historical composition may, or may not, be in the public domain in the country of your residence, as every country has its own laws on when a historical music composition enters public domain. In the USA it is public domain as of January 1, 2024. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
Driving, dark, Dub Reggae track. Electric guitar and organ top line with dub style interludes. [Tempo: Slow / 145 BPM]
Nice and chilled, feel-good jazz. Traditional jazz trio of piano, upright bass and jazz drums. Mid- to up-tempo, smooth feeling but a little bit playful. Lounge jazz / Bar jazz. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]
