Royalty free ambient music with focus on the light, blissful, airy, relaxing and soothing stock music tracks that you can use as background music for relaxation videos, music for guided meditations, or for poignant, beautiful scenes such as nature photography, nature footage etc. Often with a sense of ease, beauty and reflection, these ambient background music tracks were composed by professional composers and producers, then hand picked and curated for the Shockwave-Sound stock music catalogue.
This melodic piece is a moving blend of synth instruments, choir and guitar. Emotive tones create a mix of feelings and energies in this engaging and imaginative piece. Searching / Subtle / Meaningful. [Tempo: Slow / 90 BPM]
Lush pads, distorted effects, organic and digital, contrasting elements, Film, TV, Videogames, space travel, science and technology, discovery, sci-fi. [Tempo: Slow / 119 BPM]
World inspired new age music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 80 BPM]
A soft, pleasant and peaceful piece of music that has a light and soothing quality. Light tones and gentle melody combine in this calm and warming piece. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 88 BPM]
A lush and deeply atmospheric electro / dub / ambient crossover track. Downtempo drum'n bass or dub beats combine with rich, swirley pads and dreamy, reverberant piano motifs. Dreamy / Ambient / Heavenly with a hint of mystery. Good for chilling out, relaxing, or as background music for media related to space, future, nature, forensics or DNA, science and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 BPM]
A deep, ambient, slowly moving track of amazement / wonderment. Emotional, flowing, haunting. Reflective. Could be grand nature scenes. Somewhat similar to the sound of Sigur Ros. Perhaps a slight Scandinavian / Nordic feel. [Tempo: Slow / 80 BPM]
This fantastical sonic expression ignites the imagination. Lose yourself in it's majestic flowing mystery and intrigue. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 53 BPM]
An inspiring and powerful energising piece of music that builds into a very exciting smash of electronics and big synths. Radiates feelings of positivity, joy, freedom, motivation and power. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Moving toward better things, hope, and new surprises, this stirring Ambient track creates an aura of beauty and eternity. Its synth pads, men’s vocals, woodwinds, a bass and kick drum are artfully arranged, taking the listener on a slow-moving, pulsating journey. Media with dramatic/relationship themes is a perfect fit for this. Better Things / Sentimental / Visionary. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 107 BPM]
Light and airy, featuring lush strings and pads, pulsing piano and light percussion that creates an intriguing and suspenseful mood. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
Emotive, inspiring and comforting ambient music. A captivating blend of warm, moving, ambient strings and seductive cello, with a distinct combination of sounds. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
There is something strangely reassuring and comforting about the completely random way in which rain drops fall on water, or wind chimes play in the wind. This aural painting aims to capture that unpredictable, random nature. The lack of any system or recognizeable pattern instills calmness and clears the mind. [Tempo: Very slow / 87 BPM]
This track combines a simple guitar phrase with synth pads and electronic drums to create a warm, soft sounding ambient track. While great for background music, this track also has a sense of emotion and warmth which makes it versatile and appealing enough to be placed in many different projects. Mellow, dreamy and slightly wistful Subtle mellotron comes in at 0:45. [Tempo: Very slow / 58 BPM]
Like a beautiful music box tune that slowly comes into bloom, building with lush layers as it goes. Very soft, peaceful and relaxing. Contains synths, piano and strings. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 60 BPM]
A hypnotically pulsating yet gentle track, featuring piano, strings, electric guitar. [Tempo: Slow / 122 BPM]
A full one-hour uninterrupted nature sound recording, with ambient relaxation music. Peaceful cicadas, crickets sing into the quiet evening. Great for relaxing, stress reduction, nature ambience, etc. Gentle relaxation music is mixed in with the sound of the crickets. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
60 minutes continuous relaxing amazon ambience. In this hour-long nature sound recording you will be treated to the soothing and calming sounds of the evening frog chorus with the exotic, warm ambience of the Amazon rain forest. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
This rejuvenating track is perfect for relaxation, spa, healing, meditation, zen, and wellness projects, as well as for cosmic and majestic scenes. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 80 BPM]
Vibraphone, strings and synths create a somewhat cinematic, corporate track. A simple phrase sets the tone for this track, which is one of perhaps, class, elegance and sophistication. It has the sense of something exclusive, shiny, with elegant confidence. [Tempo: Medium / 117 BPM]
A very atmospheric and moody ambient / electro / downtempo track. Influences from dubstep and chill-out. Fragile and somewhat ethereal, with a hint of mystery and melancholy. Space, technology and future comes together with a somewhat nostalgic feel, with an atmospheric and touching result. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
Melodic and spacey electronica, based around arpeggios and warm synths. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
Ambient Drum & Bass. Atmospheric, deep, rich and with a nicely flowing DnB groove. Good for technology, innovation, future, discovery and much more. Also available in a version without the drums & bass (No Drums Bass version), making it a really nice ambient music track in its own right. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 170 BPM]
Slow and peaceful Electro-Ambient Chillout. Pretty / Easy-going / Down tempo / Dreamy. [Tempo: Medium / 83 BPM]
Subtle use of vibraphone, piano and atmospheres, minimalist and contemporary, philosophical overtones. [Tempo: Medium / 111 BPM]
A progressive and ambient track with a simple electric guitar phrase which is built upon as the track progresses. Synths, electric drums and piano all add to a warm and atmospheric sound. [Tempo: Slow / 76 BPM]
Steady and smooth easy listening sophistication. Atmospheric / Dreamy / Technology Music. [Tempo: Slow / 120 BPM]
Strong, ambient surges to underscore moments of power, self-assurance, inspiration or reflection. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 56 BPM]
Emotional and Ambient, Chill-step Downtempo royalty free music track with lush pads, plucks and shimmering melodies. [Tempo: Slow / 80 BPM]
Atmospheric, chilled track, with spacious reverby pads and a warm, spacey feel. Minimal, driving beats and soft hooks make this a great track for games, commercials, or just chilling out, pampering, luxury, spa, wellness, etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
A light orchestral track with piano. Very soft and dreamy. Magical, otherworldly, serene and beautiful. Amazement / Wonderment / Bliss. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
Meditative and sparse, this synth-based pop cue is tranquil, easily conveying feelings of home, heart, tenderness and thoughtfulness. Its main, monophonic synth plays slight shift on a recurring motif over a kick drum. This result is great for scenes/content with emotive drama, inner striving for resolution, and personal clarity. Heart / Sparse / Tranquil Synth . [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 132 BPM]
A wondrous vision, a sense of peace and hope, uplifting and spiritual played by harp, strings, horns, choir and percussion. A track that builds and inspires perfect for religious shows, miraculous stories, overcoming the odds, and other tales of joy and happiness. Plays for exactly 1 minute. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]
A hopeful and heartwarming, gently uplifting and inspirational track made with piano, strings and subtle synth beds. Ambient / Reflective / Touching / Romantic / Heartening. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 160 BPM]
A beautiful, haunting, emotional and loving theme played on Indian flute with soft pads. Atmospheric, evocative and ethereal. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
A happy and confident relaxation music track. Delicate and calm stock music with a soft tone of hope and trust. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 64 BPM]
A very relaxed, mellow and soothing little soft-pop music track. A heartening and sincere melody with a sparse, transparent production and a mellow, soulful sound. Family / Blissful / Hopeful Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 88 BPM]
Deep and soothing, fantasy like chill-out grooves. Led by a piano motif and a downtempo, funky bassline - with swirley pads creating a floating, cosmic like fantasy soundscape. Warm and soothing, relaxing, ethereal chill-out grooves. [Tempo: Slow / 68 BPM]
Reversed piano and bowls dance over a hypnotic atmospheric pad. Great for meditation, yoga or magical scenes. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
This track is a gently building ambient/atmospheric piece which works equally well as a background sound but also as a feature. Very emotive and reflective with guitar melodies, organ, pianos and various percussion. [Tempo: Slow / 87 BPM]
Very slow piano melody realy intimist and relaxed, perfect for sensitive scenes. Acoustic piano sound. Will fit very well in love, familiar, drama situations. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Ethereal, contemplative and emoting music. Suggests an introspective exploration of the spiritual, divine beauty, a fragile process, or deep emotional weight. Emotional / Fragile / Wonderment Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A hazey, melancholic and softly flowing Nu-Folk / Americana music / Ambient crossover track with a mellow, longing feel. Poignant, flowing, touching music. [Tempo: Slow / 90 BPM]
A warm, upbeat and relaxed underscore cue with guitar, synth, piano and percussion. Non-instrusive with sparse instrumentation, this would work well for evoking a feeling of travelling, children or innocence. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
A soft and pleasing ambient track. Gentle and floating choral pads, light and bright melodies, with a modern, downtempo electronic, minimalistic beat. Friendly, comforting and delicate - suitable for adventure, discovery, magical tales and much more. [Tempo: Medium / 81 BPM]
A moving and flowing electronic / ambient music with undulating patterns of electro harp and digital percussion. Featuring a kind of mosaic of textures, rather than stand-out solo melodies, this track is highly suitable as illustration music or background music to many types of projects including art, technology, visuals, development, timelapse and more. Also available without the digital drums/percussion. [Tempo: Medium / 127 BPM]
A simple, gentle piano piece with repeating melodic patterns. Pretty and delicate. Played live on an old upright piano, with a nostalgic piano sound. Touching and fragile, with a positive / hopeful and caring mood. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 80 BPM]
An inspiring, calm and quiet piece of music. Arranged with piano, strings and subtle synths. This song breaths creation. Has a penetrating, soft, sadness to it whilst also remaining positive and wondrous. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 67 BPM]
A beautiful and melancholic ambient piano track. A simple, nostalgic piano melody played with grace, finely balanced on top of a strange ambient background texture. The piano track and ambience tracks are also available separately (as 'Piano Only version' and 'Ambience Only version' below), to give you more options in editing. Excellent for drama, film soundtrack work, or any sincere, thought provoking web site or film footage. [Tempo: Very slow / 62 BPM]
Airy, relaxed, new-age piece. Comforting, soothing, happy / heavenly. Good music for relaxation / spa / yoga, also for underwater / diving / peaceful nature, etc. Available in various versions, with or without the percussion. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 62 BPM]
This serene music track is straightaway soothing, calming and elicits receptiveness. The piano and synth melody delicately touches over a shifting bed of pads and intricate drums/percussion. The reflective moods this track inspires work perfectly in dramas and documentaries. Ethereal / Reflective / Complex. [Tempo: Slow / 71 BPM]
