Royalty Free Dramatic Music
These are dramatic background music tracks written specifically for any type of scene with tense or suspenseful setting.
Royalty free dramatic music moments between participants in these tense and dramatic situations.
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- 20's / 30's / 40's / Cabaret
- 50's / 60's / 70's / Retro
- Acoustic Guitar
- Action / Thriller
- Ambient
- Ambient Chill
- Americana / Blues
- Big Beat / Techno
- Bossa / Brazilian
- Christmas / Holiday
- Comedy / Fun / Kids
- Corporate / Positive
- Country Music
- Dance / House / Club
- Drama / Tension
- Dramedy / Lifestyle
- Dubstep / DnB / Uptempo
- Electro / Breakbeat
- Fantasy / Mystery
- Film Music / Trailer Music
- Funky / Groovy
- Hard Rock / Heavy Metal
- Hip Hop / Trip Hop
- Horror / Suspense
- India / Bollywood
- Indie Rock / Punk / Surf
- Irish / Celtic
- Island / Tropical
- Jazz / Modern
- Jazz / Traditional
- Laid Back / Downtempo
- Latin / Salsa
- Logos / Stingers
- Middle East / Africa
- Music Loops
- New Age / Meditation
- News / Technology
- Orchestral Music
- Orient / Asia
- Percussion / Drums
- Piano Music
- Pop Music / Uplifting
- Progressive Rock
- Reggae / Ska
- RnB / Urban
- Romantic / Sentimental
- Sci-fi Music
- Travel / Documentary
- Unique / Different Music
- Violin / Fiddle
- Vocal Music w/lyrics
- World - Europe
Epic melancholic war theme music. A cinematic aftermath underscore with orchestral battle drums, glorious strings and sad choir. Best for bittersweet victory, defeat and lost, hopeful glory in documentaries, epic historical scenes, medieval action and conquering. Reflective, dramatic instrumental cue for film soundtrack, opening and finale scenarios, movie, video and TV.
composer: Dvir silverstone | duration: 72 seconds
Very moody and mysterious ambient track. Ideal for multimedia presentations, videos and other projects.
composer: Dirty Productions | duration: 134 seconds
Are you sure? Would you bet your mortgage on this? Your car? Your wife and kids?! Suitable for sustained moments of tension and/or thought process. Chiefly for background use in a game show environment, although highly adaptable for all dramatic suspense.
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composer: Eric Bode | duration: 60 seconds
A sentimental, mellow, warm glow surrounds this track featuring minimal piano, Female voice, drums & keyboards. Elegant and innocently simple, with moments of reflection within. Great for photo slideshows, family movies, wedding videos, commercials, or any project needing a relaxed and organic vibe.
composer: Guido Negraszus | duration: 180 seconds
Big epic industrial rock cue featuring pounding drum beats, thumping bass, signature keyboard and electric guitar riffs. Powerful, high powered and impressive, great for Corporate branding/presentation, website, Sports, Game show, Fashion, Trailer,Product launch and contemporary drama.
composer: Denis Woods | duration: 104 seconds
Loss is a sad, mournful, minimal acoustic piano track accompanied by a haunting solo cello and warm, lush pads. The piece creates an atmosphere of loneliness and contemplation. It could be used to signify the breakup of a relationship or loss of a loved one.
composer: Score Studio | duration: 201 seconds
Underscore: tension and chase. Deep pulsing bass, club kick and heavy synths. Time pressure music comprised of hypnotic, repeating synth sequences. Murder on the dancefloor? Alt mixes and stems available.
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composer: VP_Productions | duration: 120 seconds
Melancholy and contemplative piano with strings . Ideal for drama, serious documentary and medical series. Moody, emotional and bittersweet. Alone and lost but hopeful.
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composer: Attila Bencsik | duration: 94 seconds
An atmosphere of heartbreak and loneliness are the crushing forces here. Alone, betrayed, and heartbroken....this could be rock bottom. A lonesome bell melody is backed by moody synths and a call/response harp melody. Great for sad scenes such as those featured in the reality TV series Catfish.
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composer: John Judd | duration: 137 seconds
Unnerving and frightening pulse that continues to build in tension. Great for dramatic tension or scary horror.
composer: Blindfold Sound | duration: 102 seconds
Haunting electric guitar, gradually joined by fretless bass, piano, synth pad, percussion and effects. Lonely and dark.
composer: Kevin Packard | duration: 222 seconds
Dramatic and emotional piece of commercial music designed for political campaigns. Starts on neutral ground and makes several shifts to dark and negative territory. Imagine a political action group taking on the big bad corporations for the good of the people.
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composer: Vincent Pedulla | duration: 33 seconds
I put together this edit of all the footage that Monalia captured during her unforgettable trip to visit family in Florence last year. In just 4 minutes, you'll experience a truly authentic side of Florence as Monalia reconnects with loved ones, shares traditional meals, and joins in family songs passed down through generations—all in the warmth of family homes.
As a content creator, I had a lot of fun editing this video; there was so much stunning 360-degree footage to choose from! Beyond the visuals, the video also features royalty-free music designed to add atmosphere to your own projects, whether you're creating travel vlogs, family memories, or cinematic pieces. Check it out if you have a few minutes, and get a taste of Florence's heart and soul!
If you’re interested in royalty-free music for your own video creations, the tracks in this edit are available for you to use. Enjoy the video, and feel free to explore our music catalog to bring the perfect sound to your next project!
Kick Ass by Felipe Adorno...
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Our Gypsy Waltz by White Cat Music...
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