A dark and intense orchestral action track. Edgy and staccato, with a dark mystery and urgent, tension and dramatic fight, battle mood. A great track for a fantasy fight, action adventure, stressed situation, escape or survival themes. Somewhat tribal / primal sound. This track is available with or without the Koto instrument which, if included, gives the track a Japanese / Oriental twist. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Fast / 87 BPM]
A beautiful Jazz song about Christmas and the joys that come with the Christmas season. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: / 141 BPM]
After World War II, Paris is a jazz town, with U.S. influences but also with something French. This wonderful original composition captures the chic, style and fashion of post-war Paris. Available in a Vocal version and an Instrumental version, this has a wonderfully retro feel, but with a fresh, modern sound too. Great for historical and fun productions. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]
Super-retro funky jam in Texas funk/jazz style. Features soulful trombone with a jammin groove that's all fun and funk. [Tempo: Medium / 98 BPM]
An uplifting, fun and feel-good vocal version of the classic and romantic jazz song S' Wonderful by George Gershwin (music) and Ira Gershwin (words). The underlying melody and words were first published in 1927, and became public domain in the U.S. from January 1st, 2023. This version was created, performed and recorded by Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring Chris Weeks on vocals. [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, 2023. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Medium / 138 BPM]
An edgy, aggressive song that tackles the issue of conflicting views from father and son. The song has a quick tempo and is surrounded by lush sounding trombone, piano, violin and vocal harmonies. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Hear that band coming down the street? It's a real Sousa style march! Also works great as circus music. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Full of 'Joie de vivre' this accordion and mandolin led piece is a bright, filmic, retro sounding waltzer conjuring up visions of traditional European city streets, mountains, lakes, fairgrounds, carousels, flowers and festivals. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 62 BPM]
Old-time jazz-like theme, it brings to mind Woody Allen movies and other productions that have that upbeat, jazzy, 30s vibe. Up-tempo, fun, and a bit quirky, it is the perfect track for productions that require a funny, yet elegant soundscape, such as comedies, period pieces, and others. [Tempo: Fast / 200 BPM]
Vangelis influenced sci-fi grandiose piece. Lush synths mixed with a driving pulse and real horns. Cinematic, Orchestral, Electronica, Sci-Fi. [Tempo: Slow / 92 BPM]
Snappy, bombastic and fun, this comedy music track sets a mood where mayhem, comical disaster, slapstick pranks are easily invoked. Banjo, acoustic guitar, double bass, tack piano and light drums create a pushing rhythm the for the rowdy trumpets, trombone and clarinet to springboard from. This music track is an excellent fit for all types of comedy, cooking and children’s shows. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 117 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]
An upbeat folk song that deals with the issue of ‘missing a loved one’. A very catchy chorus with multi-layered male and female vocals. A driving rhythm culminating in a dynamic build up and explosion in the last chorus. Instruments include mandolin, trombone, drums, bass, violin, piano. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A song about unrequited love. It has bitterness to it and builds up instrumental layers gradually. A catchy chorus that eventually leads into a climactic middle 8th. Instruments include violin, trombone, drums, piano and male and female vocals. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A fun and unique sounding quirky little track that is very innocent and playful. Kids guitar mixed with flowing woodwinds and loads of unusual percussion provide a warm and relaxed mood. [Tempo: Medium / 105 BPM]
Classic, retro jazz band sound, with a bluesy, downtrodden feel. Influenced by Prohibition era USA, approx. 1920-1940's. Authentic, historical jazz sound, with drums, piano, bass and straight and muted trumpets. Slow swingtime jazz-blues. [Tempo: Slow / 95 BPM]
New, fun and funky Christmas flavored music for the Holiday season. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Down and dirty 1920's / 1930's style Vaudeville sound. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 64 BPM]
Up-tempo, big band arrangement, with strong, remarkable wind-section theme, and a build up to a more straightforward second half, this track has a midsection drum solo that gives it an edge. Suitable for productions that require an uplifting, traditional, and recognizable soundscape. [Tempo: Fast / 196 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]
Opens with a tuba introducing the familiar melody, and then the piano takes over with the tuba playing the oom-pah-pah bass line. There is a sprinkling of light bells and a flute playing descant above a little snare drum. [Tempo: Medium / 120 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]
A quirky bassline sprinkled with dubstep & reggae music. Mischievous, humerous, razor sharp & infectious. Great music for gaming, short films or modern comedy. Similar in feel to the Elliot Simons track Dubweed & Lucky Boy. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 98 BPM]
Beautiful traditional Latin ballad. Romantic, Heartfelt, Dinner, Hotel. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 84 BPM]
Genuinely retro sounding jazz-lounge piece. This track has a wonderful 1970's or early 80's smooth jazz sound, reminescent of "Love Boat" and countless other dearly held 1970 and early 80's productions. Great for retro, fashion, commercials, speciality TV-shows, etc. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]
Cool and swingin' jazz tune, great as a retro childrens music track. Mellow and cheecky trumpet lick, strolling jazz rhythm and playful piano tinkles. This one's got plenty of attitude, but is still nicely laidback and fun. The live trumpet performance gives it a nice human touch and character. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 145 BPM]
Traditional jazz band. [Tempo: Fast / 206 BPM]
Playful jazz tune, live performance. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 101 BPM]
Big band swinging version of this Christmas classic. Trad/Arr: Courtie/Radford [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 152 BPM]
Fast, raw, old time rag. Muted trumpet over guitar, piano and drums. Cheeky and fun. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 85 BPM]
Epic orchestral Hip Hop instrumental. Dramatic horns and strings mixed with a heavy gangsta beat. Powerful and overwhelming vibe, fresh and current. [Tempo: Medium / 78 BPM]
A fun jazzy authentic 1920's Dixieland piece features trumpet, clarinet, banjo and tuba. Can also be 1930's or 1940's. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
The Roaring Twenties and big city flair are easily imagined with this small ensemble music track. Horns and woodwinds play its snappy melody over a tight rhythm section of piano, guitar, tuba and drums. Superb as music for comedy, light-hearted themes and 1920’s period pieces. 1920s-40s / Early Jazz / Cosmopolitan Music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 165 BPM]
Fun and funky music, with a groovy electric guitar riff and punchy drums to create a confident and modern feel. Pop, Funk and Hip-Hop music influences. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Sounding like an Eastern European ensemble of players, this cheeky and off beat theme would not be out of place alongside the deadpan humour of a Wes Anderson movie. Intended to portray a distorted or deluded vision of the human condition in the build up to a punchline. Instruments include piano, organ, mandolin, trombone and a variety of amusing percussion. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]
Classic, retro jazz band. Stomping swing jazz tune, with drums, piano, bass and trumpets. Live and authentic, with a sound similar to Prohibition era USA, ca 1920-1940's. Lively, bouncy and raunchy, like a party in an old Speakeasy. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 175 BPM]
Comic and laid-back retro music theme inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy music. [Tempo: Medium / 122 BPM]
Vintage, quirky, positive and happy music track made with strings, brass, jazz big band and vintage styled percussion. This track is cool for projects that needs upbeat, positive and vintage styled music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 BPM]
Motivational and trustworthy track. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
With a bright & jaunty skip in the step, this mischievous romp pays homage to the golden age of whacky comedy film scores while still remaining ironic & contemporary sounding. The memorable hookline makes it a fun motif for radio & TV ads, cartoons, short films & games. Similar in style & sentiment to Elliot Simons’ ‘An Unfortunate Incident’, ‘Another Working Day’ and ‘A Midnight Symphony’. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 112 BPM]
Bright & uplifting, this jaunty caper pays homage to the golden age of comedy film scores with its memorable hooks & bouncy, frolicking orchestration. A fun motif for radio & TV ads, cartoons, short films & games. Similar in style & sentiment to Elliot Simons’ ‘Hotel Tango’, ‘Another Lovely Day’ and ‘A Midnight Symphony’. [Tempo: Fast / 128 BPM]
Traditional Dixieland jazz. Fun, Jumpy, Nostalgia, Period. [Tempo: Fast / 192 BPM]
Halfway up a massive snowy mountain range, a band of brave adventurers make their way towards the summit. A combination of epic orchestral elements and acoustic guitar make this unique track suitable for any production, promo or trailer focused on the spirit of adventure and the great outdoors. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 143 BPM]
Playful, jazzy swing. Cheeky, happy, joyful and lighthearted. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]
Pops orchestra style song with a warm loving vibe. Like a nice drive to a friendly place, through the rolling hills and past the seaside. Sounds like a 70's TV theme with a melody that stays with you. And then gets played in an elevator muzak channel. And your dentist's office. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 134 BPM]
Retro jazz / classic jazz - blues sound with drums, piano, bass and trumpet. The sound of Prohibition era USA, period approx. 1920-1940's. Lively and fun, will get you tapping your toes. Live and authentic. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]
Orhcestral and percussive track with a dramatic, epic and reverent mood. Choral chants, giant drums, big horn and strings section. This track also has a slight sadness to it, as if going off to battle or on a long journey. Suitable as film trailer, film soundtrack, game music and more. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
Authentic sounding 1950's Jamacian ska in the style of Studio One and Trojan Records. Upbeat horns, bass and rhythms and featuring a saxophone and military-style swing trumpet. [Tempo: Fast / 122 BPM]
IMPORTANT NOTE: Also Spracht Zarathustra / "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" was written in 1896 by Richard Strauss (1864-1949), and is not in the public domain in some countries. You may not legally license this track unless the copyright has expired in your country of residence. Please consult the following link and make sure that the required length of time has passed in your country, since the death of the composer: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries%27_copyright_length Shockwave-Sound.com will not be held responsible for any copyright infringement caused by not following this advice. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A catchy old school swing royalty free music track featuring contemporary drum loops with some timeless brass hooks. The track is driven forward with infectious beats and percussion that adds a snappy toe tapping feel. Funky and fun music. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 140 BPM]