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"!)
A unique, silly, bizarre and child-like track that would suite cartoon or alien themes. Performs excellently as a main theme for a kids themed mobile game or video. Has an otherworldly twist. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 141 BPM]
A cute and funny Retro Video Game type track, with a cheeky melody. Funny, silly and happy. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]
Floating song in 90s mood with glockenspiel and nice melody. [Tempo: Medium / 109 BPM]
Relentlessly grooving funk bassline with drums, funky guitar licks and occasional horns. Slap bass. Continuous, tireless forward stride. Groovy / rough / attitude. Funk with a mean streak. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]
A warm and emotive Indie Pop-rock track with a slight 80's feel. Dreamy, sweet and melodic. Hopeful / Heartening. [Tempo: Medium / 135 BPM]
A jolly and naïve, happy-go-lucky, melodic pop track. Suitable for kitch, quirky, ironic productions. A little bit silly, cheesy listening. Also good as a kids track. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Cinematic retro synth wave; this track was created using only two vintage hardware synthesizers; a Moog Minimoog model D and a Prophet 5. Strangely futuristic and vintage at the same time. Ambient / Eerie / Synthetic / Retro / Mystery. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
This is a modern and quirky tune that features an infectiously hip bass line, thumping drums, and a sweet melody sung by a young teen. (Also available as an instrumental version, without the vocal melody). [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]
Positive and laid back electro pop royalty free music track. Slightly retro feel, emotional and full of reverb, this track has uplifitng synth hooks over dreamy pads and thick bass. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Jazz-Funk with Soul. Fresh, happy and positive. Starting with a beautiful chord progression played by a Rhodes electric piano and leading to a cool melody. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
In the land of the groove, the octave down bass is the king! Followed by strat guitars and a super catchy melody. Nice sax licks. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 86 BPM]
Classic synthwave track with a catchy melody, steady tempo and positive vibes. A feel of classic video games, retro demo-scene, and 80's movies. Sci-Fi / Futuristic / Modern Retro. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
Retro flavored pop/rock with a nod back to the 1970's and 80's David Bowie, Todd Rundgren, T-Rex etc. Funny yet poignant lyric about a boy who is obsessed with music and happily lost in his dreams. And maybe his dreams are better than the real thing anyway? At the core it's about doing your own thing and being true to your nature no matter what anyone else thinks. NOTE: Deliberate "vinyl record scratching" sound towards the end of the track. This is there on purpose and is not an error with the file or with your download! [Tempo: Slow / 65 BPM]
A funky and mischievous EDM piece, with a shuffling hip hop drum groove and an overall jazzy vibe in the instrumental tracks. [Tempo: Medium / 116 BPM]
Funky vibrations, perfect for dynamic retro presentations / slideshows as well as TV and multimedia. Funky. Lively, Bright, Happy, Energetic, Moving/Driving, Groovy. Electric Piano/Rhodes, Electric Guitars. Retro, Commercials/TV themes. [Tempo: Medium / 123 BPM]
Lyric about leaving home. Features Roland synths, electric piano. Drums, hand claps, percussion, harmonies, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass guitar. Upbeat, fun, indie, alternative. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]
Trendy nu-disco. Moroder inspired flat beats and arpeggiated synth bassline. Atmospheric pads and oscillating synth fx giving the track depth and emotion. Motivated and determined. Youth culture, driving, sports, advertising, new media, clubbing and anything that needs driven along. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
A quirky alternative circus song about people eating people. With bouncy guitars, harmonies, organ, mandolin, bass and drums. Bizarre rock waltz with shifting time signatures and dissonant riffs. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 75 BPM]
Funky Nu-Disco with a hint of 1980's, combined with modern EDM / Synthwave Pop. Youth / Fashion / Style / Fun. [Tempo: Medium / 119 BPM]
An exciting piece that combines a retro funk beat and bass riff, with 8-bit and 16-bit digital "chip" sounds. It's energetic, dynamic music and uses its electronica drum beats and percussion to really drive the track forward. Cool, cheeky, different and fun music! [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
A Country love song about the extraordinary love between a man and woman. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 117 BPM]
Busy old school bugaloo bass line and driving rock piano propel this happy and energetic cue. Funky guitar and punchy Memphis horn section further spice up this animated cue. A very positive upbeat vibe and would work well for playons, cooking shows, game shows, reality TV. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 128 BPM]
A simple, happy royalty free music track with an irresistible, dance-pop tempo and eighties synths that will make you want to get up and move your body in some positive way, enough said! [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 123 BPM]
A fun, bright, bouncy and lively track that combines the sounds and moods of 1980's and 1990's video game consoles with today's sounds. Retro / Pop culture / Kids / Teens / Fun and tongue-in-cheek retro projects etc. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 180 BPM]
A sentimental song about how quickly time passes and about the importance of living fully in the present moment. A lyric that is both breezy and wistful, carefree and poignant. Ultimately the song is about seizing the day and being grateful for every moment of life. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]
This fun, old school alternative hip hop music is filled with catchy riffs and ear candy. Funky saxophone and jazzy trumpet kick things off before a very catchy piano riff introduces the pounding beat and upright bassline. Perfect for high action music or upbeat scenes. Sounds like the work of De La Soul, Stetsasonic, Tribe Called Quest, and Biz Markie. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Electro-pop with bright melodies and a digital / technology feel. Mid-tempo and with a moderate energy level, this is an uplifting and somewhat retro/future fusion track with a feeling of science and future, but with some classic Moog type synths going back to the 1970's thru 90's. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Tough, deep bass and old-school breaks open up into a piano and synth riff reminiscent of the late eighties, early nineties breaks scene. Works great as free running music, parkour and urban culture / break dance scenes, also works great where you need high energy music, fast paced edit like extreme sports montages. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 128 BPM]
Heavy meets electro groove rock in the style of Garbage, Ladytron and Curve. Heavy electric guitars, bass guitar, drum machine, bass and lead synths. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 136 BPM]
Positive and uplifting electro-pop with an 80's feel, melodic synths, cool bassline, smooth beats and gated pads. good for clubbing, culture, sports, tv show, travel and living, youth tv, fashion, advertising, multimedia, videogames and corporate. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 113 BPM]
A bright, busy and fun Jazz / Family / Pop Groove track with a happy theme and lots of fun rhythmic syncopations and a very slight Japanese cuteness feel. Classic Family / Sitcom / Fun / Bright TV show type music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 118 BPM]
Punchy and fresh Synthwave track with a strong forward drive, and a slight 1980's vibe but with an updated, crisp and compact sound. The steady beat gives the track a determined, moderately energetic drive, and the sparkly, precise synth patterns give the track a strong presence and a youthful, current sound. Great for fashion, sports, active lifestyle, vacation and travel, young people and youth projects, bustling activity / work being done, workout / exercise, sporting activities and much more. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Cool and sombre electronic pop track, with a retro pop feel. Analogue sounding synths and minimal driving beats, with subdued, cool, moody melodies. Good for soundtracks for film and games. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
A funk soul music track with punchy drums, a tight groove and catchy horns. Upbeat / Feel Good / Groovy Music. [Tempo: Medium / 95 BPM]
Cool, electronic pop track with a retro feel. Reflective / emotional / happy mood, with a driving beat and uplifting synth hooks. Ideal for film / tv. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 127 BPM]
An ambient intro leads to a funky, jazzy chill out track with syncopated drums and synth bass, wurlitzer electric piano, layered synth sounds and jazz guitar melody. [Tempo: Medium / 110 BPM]
Party pop song. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 147 BPM]
This is a powerful and energetic metal track with heavy guitar riffs, fast drums and strong bass, Also featuring choir and percussion for the more epic feel. [Tempo: Medium / 111 BPM]
Classic rock track with all the flavoring for a rock hit. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
An emotional and sentimental track, ideal for drama, lost love, tender moments, emotive and nostalgic storytelling, remembering dearly held memories of a loved one. Reflective, thoughtful and melancholic. [Tempo: Slow / 90 BPM]
Rhythmic and funky, this upbeat indie disco music is nicely arranged in separate sections that all pull together into one catchy, sexy piece. The horn section highlights the whole feel, elevating the track to its peak climax. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]
Funky track with clav and brass section. Busy, lively, excited. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
Bright, sparkly electro pop track. 6/8 time beat, with catchy synth melodies. Bold and flashy production, moderately energetic. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 132 BPM]
Dark, mysterious, driving electronica based rock song about the struggle of the individual to not become clone of society. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 158 BPM]
A catchy, vibrant jazz-funk track inspired by Average White Band with a funky hip hop groove and some sweet saxophone. Great for commercials, corporate videos or any project in need of a cool, funk groove. [Tempo: Slow / 90 BPM]
An upbeat, excited, pop / dance / funk / disco crossover track with funk elements. Showtime. Bright horns. Perhaps something for a grand opening or an exciting event. [Tempo: Fast / 125 BPM]
A mid- to up-tempo background music track with piano chords with synth arpeggios. Transparent and classy, a slight feel of 1980's or 90's. Active / Developing / Stirring music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
Chilled electronica mixed with live elements such as guitar, piano and upright bass. Also features straight four-to-the-floor beat with bleeping lead synths, atmospheric pads and steamy female vocal fx great for productions with a modern, thoughtful and sensual vibe. [Tempo: Medium / 88 BPM]
1980's meets 2010's for a fun filled sunshine day... A bright and shiny electro track with a combination of new and retro synth sounds. Uncomplicated and happy, with youthful, innocent, feelgood vibes and a mid- to up-tempo dance rhythm. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 130 BPM]
Electronica / Synthwave music with a flavor of the 1980's arcade games, action films, adventure movies and sci-fi TV series. Very atmospheric music with retro analogue synthesizer sounds and classic drum machine sounds. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]
