Historical / Retro: 1980'sSuggested Production Type

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This is where we keep the music that makes us think of the 1980's. This music wasn't actually composed or recorded in the 80's, but it has an 80's feel and sound, making these tracks suitable for Retro 1980s productions. Historical, even. (Even though, for those of us who grew up in the 1980s with Bon Jovi, Alice Cooper, Grandmaster Flash, Human League and New Order's "Blue Monday", it feels really weird to talk about that era as "Historical"!)

Retro video game style, with a rough and determined mood, like an 8-bit action hero. Good for retro and novelty productions harking back to the times of Nintendo game systems, Commodore 64, Amiga, Atari, Sega, etc. [Tempo: Medium / 124 BPM]

Electronic synth pulse with a retro 1980's feel. A sense of coolness and slight mystery. Cinematic / Vintage / Nostalgic Stock Music. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]

Pure 1980s synthpop dominated by classic keyboard sounds and a drum machine similar in style to Depeche Mode, Kraftwerk, New Order etc. Perfect for movies, video games, tv shows, web sites and corporate projects looking for a retro 80s soundtrack. [Tempo: Medium / 117 BPM]

Over the top eighties action music with lyrics about a maneater woman, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury theme song True Survivor. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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  • $47.95

A steady EDM piece, featuring gliding synth and piano tracks over a solid drum and bass groove. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]

A mysterious synth pulse with minimalistic electronic drums and lush pads. A nod back to the 1980's TV and film scores. Retro / Electronic / Atmospheric Stock Music. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]

A chip-sound led melody backed by a strong techno drum beat, also featuring synths and driven electric guitars. This track would be at home in an 80’s video game arcade or likewise a modern ‘retro’ game. Has a slight industrial feel with some synth arpeggiators. A well produced mix of old-school and new. [Tempo: Fast / 137 BPM]

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A 1980's style hip hop song that features audio hits, scratches, bass, drums, cleared vocal samples, and male rap vocals. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Note: This track features a 'vinyl crackling' sound throughout. This is added on purpose, to make it sound like it's playing from a vinyl record - it is not an error or weakness with the file.] [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]

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Funky retro 80's synth pop that's gonna make you work those robot dance moves. Kinda corny, but truly authentic eighties sound, with vintage drum machines, Simmons tom toms and those bubbly synth horns. Breakdance anyone? [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]

Over the top eighties action music, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 138 BPM]

80's influenced dance track with a funky House groove. Synthesizers, guitar and a Disco beat capture the uplifting party vibe of the era. Perfect for youth, fashion, party and nightclub scenes or any project with a young, trendy vibe. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 118 BPM]

Relaxed, dreamy 8-bit chip tune. A bit sentimental and melancholic. Retro, lo-fi sound. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 94 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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Over the top eighties action music, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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  • $47.95

Electronic Brave Suspenseful track with dramatic synths. Very clean and airy. Mirrored remnants of a more upbeat and modern 1980's score. Could be used for a Sci-Fi drama, 80s Romance, Murder Mystery, great versatile track. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 135 BPM]

Fast techno-funk beat, typical 80's music used for breakdance battles. 1980's, Retro, Technopop, Synth Pop, Electro Funk, Break dance. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

Driving and funky 80s Synth Pop taking you back to the days of breakdancing and boomboxes. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]

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Over the top eighties action music, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury. [Tempo: Medium / 139 BPM]

Vintage "chip music" sounding like the good old C64, Atari or SNES, perfect for 8-bit or arcade games. Fast and energetic, has a great forward drive. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 BPM]

A fast, energetic, fun 1980’s inspired track in the style of the Miami Vice soundtrack. Retro synth sound combines with modern elements. [Tempo: Fast / 126 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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Laidback electronic funk with a heavy 80's influence. Retro, carefree and uplifting with shimmering synths, vintage drum machine and cool guitar licks. Great for laidback party scenes, youthful commercials, fashion, make-up, vacations and films set in the 80's. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]

Inspired by 1980's movies and revived today by TV serious about things that are strange. A cool retro blend of synthesizers and drum machines, with a somewhat sexy or living vibe. Sexy / Love Story / Introspective Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 50 BPM]

Eighties soaked slow jam, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury. Think Miami Vice slow motion montages, or a lonely night ride in 1984 Miami. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 80 BPM]

Extra cheesy retro eighties boogie funk, with electronic drums and synth bass. Nile Rogers influenced guitars and vintage keyboard solos and riffs make you feel like 1982. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

Heavily inspired by the eyebrow song from advertising. Funky and cheesy synth-pop track with a super strong retro old school 80's flavor. Lots of synthesizers and a cool vocoder robot voice. 1980’s / Eighties Retro, Technopop, Synth Pop, Electro Funk, Breakdance. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 121 BPM]

Think "Flashdance". Cheesy 80's synth pop, excited and excessively bright. Up-tempo retro rock song, with a vintage feel and an almost ridiculous tenor sax solo. The tune also features drum machine, muted electric guitars, synth bass and a LOT of synthesizers. "No sax" version available. [Tempo: Fast / 180 BPM]

Taking you back to the 1980's with a track influenced by Shannon, Lisa Lisa & the Cult Jam, Debbie Deb and Expose. Synths and drum machine perfect for any project in need of that retro electronic sound. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

A synthwave tune with a moody melody and slow even pace rhythm. Lots of atmospheric effects, retro drums and analog synths take this tune back to the 1980's. Mysterious / Emotive / Atmospheric Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]

Electronic New Wave with catchy synth melody and ending in a climactic saxophone solo, inspired by the group M83. Cool contemporary dance vibe or retro 80s flashback. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]

Sunkissed synthesisers and a beach hazed beat provide a trendy, late night club sound thats laidback, funky and chilled with a retro 80s vibe. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]

Head back in time with this uptempo electronic track featuring eighties synthesizers and a drum machine. Great for TV, Film and Video Games in need of that retro sound. [Tempo: Fast / 180 BPM]

Moderately excited electro pop track, influenced by the new wave / synth-pop from the 1980's. Nice retro sound, with a happy, upbeat feel. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 124 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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This track brings back the nostalgia of enthusiastic eighties stereo synth sounds - similar to what is used in Van Halen's "Jump." This is combined with a quick moving bass-line and a very bubble gum style drum beat. Good for any scene looking to re-create the eighties. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]

Cameo / General Caine / George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic style funk. Straight drum machine beat with funky guitar and synth elements. Great for eighties spoofs and comedy. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]

A retro sounding synth music track. Think 1980's movies and TV shows. Electronic / Retro / Futuristic Stock Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]

A driving vintage synth music track with sequenced bass. Rhythmic and punchy, with a sound and flow inspired by 1980's movies and TV series. Electronic / Sci-Fi / Futuristic Stock Music. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]

Authentic 1980's music with synths and drifty groove. Very melodic. [Tempo: Medium / 127 BPM]

Catchy funky chiptune. Lo-fi, retro 8-bit sound similar to 80s’ computers like Atari, C64, Nintendo etc. “Cracktro” style music. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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Magically transport back to the pop and movie soundtracks of the 1980's with this electronic retro 80's piece. Authentic and groovy. [Tempo: Medium / 85 BPM]

An electronica / synth music track with a retro 1980's feel. A sense of mystery and night skies. Electronic / Nostalgic / Melancholic Stock Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 102 BPM]

Pure 1980's with this blend of R&B, Pop and Dance. Influenced by the likes of Billy Ocean, Michael Jackson and Michael McDonald featuring synths, drum machine and some funky guitar licks. Sharp suits, big hair and driving around LA in the summertime with the top down. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]

An analogue synth music track with a vintage / retro 1980's sound. Think movies and TV series from the 80's. Electronic / Retro / Vintage Stock Music. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]

Homage to the 1980's. A funky 1980's tune with an overall sound reminiscent of a motivational 80's power ballad. [Tempo: Medium / 85 BPM]

Retro eighties boogie funk, with electronic drums and synth bass. Nile Rogers influenced guitars and vintage keyboard riffs make you feel like 1982. [Tempo: Medium / 113 BPM]

Uptempo synth heavy dark pop in the style of Ladytron. Atmospheric and moody female vocals. Synths, drum machines, acoustic drums and electric guitar. [Tempo: Fast / 172 BPM]

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Synthwave / Retrowave track featuring 8-bit chip sounds elements similar to C64, Atari or Amiga. Nostalgic, dreamy and a bit mysterious. Authentic 1980's sound with a modern twist. [Tempo: Medium / 124 BPM]

Over the top eighties action music, made entirely with retro synthesizers and drum machines. Synthwave music inspired by television series, cartoon themes and Kung Fury. Later on the track there is a breakdown with some oriental flute elements. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 136 BPM]

A 1980's influenced rock song about a woman who has regrets but finds solace in casual relationships that incorporates numerous synths, piano, drums, and other percussion. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 135 BPM]

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80’s influenced track that would work well for an intro. This track is geared towards video games and apps. Cool 1980's retro sound. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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Analogue synth track with a vintage 1980's vibe. Arpeggios and pads. Punchy synth bass. Takes us back to the movie scores of the 1980s. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]

Sharp synth lead with bouncy beat, in an edgy, 1980's retro videogames style. Energetic and kind of in your face. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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