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 hopeful and dignified track is a tasteful mix of styles with ambient sounds meeting more traditional rock sounds. The result is a heartwarming and emotive sound with a warmth that will add depth to many projects. Emotional / Unfolding / Heartfelt, good for drama and any poignant/personal oriented media. [Tempo: Slow / 67 BPM]
A subtle rhythm with an earthly mechanical sound. Slow string pads. Relaxed. A sense of time passing slowly, things falling into place, bit by bit. Background, underscore use. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 70 BPM]
Melodic and minimalist synth theme, atmospheric and suggestive, great for fantasy, mystery, sci-fi , animation, videogames and multimedia. Jean-Michel Jarre influence. NOTE: A "lo-fi", grainy, synth sound has been used in this track, for a purposefully moody, lo-fi, 8-bit, type sound. This is not an error with the file -- it's made like that, and is supposed to be like that. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 114 BPM]
Gently tinkling bells like raindrops or sparkling stars set the mood; joined later by a soft drum beat and a very deep soft bass line and subtle synth arpeggios. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
Soft pads floating on clouds. Warm, soothing, spiritual. [Tempo: Very slow / 106 BPM]
Ethereal, tranquil and hopeful, this piano-based music track flows through introspective and inspiring moods. A warm synth arrangement with percussion and drums deepens the intensity. Suitable as music for relationship and spiritual themes, self-help media, as well as documentaries. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 105 BPM]
Relaxed & soulful synth pads with e-piano and percussion sounds. Magical atmosphere. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 90 BPM]
Ambient / New Age. Cosmic, peaceful, softly flowing. Good for yoga, meditation. Also for images of space, future and sci-fi, stars and cosmos. Possibly nature or underwater / deep sea diving. Can also be for science, DNA etc. Reflective / shimmering. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
A single echo soaked guitar, one drum loop, one take. Beautifully lamenting, dreamy, ethereal, serene, heartwrenching, soft, moody piece that goes through four sections with varying degrees of suspense and emotion. Beck or Gilmour meets Satriani...ish [Tempo: Slow / 65 BPM]
A slightly mysterious and analytical piece of music. Modern and inventive. A versatile composition made with mix of electronics, synth sounds and pads. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
Meaningful, atmospheric and slightly dark music. Has an explorative and unknown nature to it. Could work well in many areas such as drama, film, art, history, technology, science, future, discovery, invention, adventure and exploration. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 91 BPM]
Sparse, transparent music. Slowly pulsating, airy chords in wide open spaces. Mellow, dreamy, reflective. A very gentle and understated and chilled-out rhythm follows. Delicate, luxurious, smooth music. [Tempo: Slow / 57 BPM]
Downtempo Ambient Chill-out with piano, lush and airy synth pads, and a somewhat mechanical sounding drum kit, makes this a unique and atmospheric chill-out track with a nod to past and future times. Sincere, emotive chords and piano melodies. There is also a "No Drums No Bass" version which has a very floaty, ambient, ethereal feel. [Tempo: Slow / 120 BPM]
Evocative, reflective and thoughtful piece featuring sparse ethnic percussion, soft pads and slide guitar. Backround track suitable for travel, documentary, cultural, reflection. [Tempo: Slow / 100 BPM]
This track plays for a full 60 minutes continuously. Relaxing, calming, cleansing and soothing ambient music. Although a full hour long, there is very little repetition here, as the music slowly moves through relaxing, flowing soundscapes. Great for relaxation, meditation, nature, peaceful footage, etc. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Soothing, relaxed, ambient chords. Deeply relaxing / Meditative / Tranquil / Spiritual. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 58 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]
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]
A strangely alluring, somehow both angelic, heavenly, and at the same time a bit eerie and mystical music. Angelic voices swirl and flutter in a strange, harmonic, open aural vista. This music track will work great as a 'musical painting' or to signify something profound and ethereal. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A very light, warm and heartening light pop / indie groove with hint of classical music inspiration. Comforting / Hopeful / Snug / Inviting / Delightful Music. [Tempo: Slow / 145 BPM]
A unique and imaginative composition consisting entirely of human voices / choir with strings joining in later. With a reference to religion, worship, heaven or ethereal beings, this is a 'new classical', experimental piece, highly useful as music for fantasy / adventure, faith and spirituality, art or even mystery type productions. Heavenly, eerie and strangely spellbinding music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 58 BPM]
A slow tempo, ambient and echoing, solo electric guitar instrumental. It starts with a backwards echoing guitar intro and then develops into a minimalistic melodic repeated phrase. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
This ambient track features a bell melody, complimented by pianos, synths and strings to give a somewhat cinematic feel. With a sense of success and motivation this track would also be great for corporate films. [Tempo: Slow / 104 BPM]
A gentle and soothing ambient guitar soundscape. Wide open aural landscapes leaves room to breathe. Reflective, melancholic, soft touch. Dreamy and thoughtful. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 90 BPM]
A tender and emotional track consiting of a simple piano backing with a full and dynamic string section. Cinematic and evocative, this track will heighten the emotion of many projects. Bittersweet / Melancholic. Touching / Thoughtful. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A gentle, ambient piece, with a hint of Japanese instrumentation and an overall relaxing feel. [Tempo: Medium / 103 BPM]
Minimalist and mysterious steel string acoustic guitar layers. Dark and light contrast. Great for drama, dreams, memories, reflection, contemplation, fear, uncertainty, denial, the arts, culture, history, landscapes, animals and much more. [Tempo: Medium / 73 BPM]
A downtempo / Ambient chill track with a sense of mystery and vast open landscapes. We would label this as "Nordic Ambient" with influence from Sigur Ros and from Scandinavian / Nordic dramas and landscapes. The bitty drum sounds give it a little bit of a retro / 1980's feel too. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 80 BPM]
Abstract rhythm with an air of mystery and intrigue that builds into a deep soundscape of sweeping chords. Echoes of Tangerine Dream. A useful atmospheric bed for visuals subjects such as landscapes, art exhibitions, ecology, environmental issues or the Natural World. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 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]
A warm, subtle, understated Ambient/Pop crossover track. Soothing, dreamy, calm and comforting. Great for use as a background with visuals, commercials, or just for chilling out. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
A very warm and touching, understated, graceful music track of melancholy and warmth. Heartening / Tender Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 66 BPM]
A delicate, ethereal piano melody soars above spacey string pads, sparse percussion and distant Taiko drums. The track slowly evolves introducing subtle electronic and organic grooves, a synt bass and a bridge before going back to the last chorus. [Tempo: Slow / 72 BPM]
Pulsating digital tones, whimsical rhythmic patterns. Ambient, Pleasant, Light. Great background music for technology, research, science, digital themes. [Tempo: Medium / 104 BPM]
Subtle minimalist piano over atmospheric background drones, compelling and emotional. [Tempo: Very slow / 58 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]
Slow, mellow Ambient-Pop crossover track. Light, gentle and warm with electric and acoustic pianos, very light drum patterns. Joyful, dreamy, spiritual. Atmospheric, gentle touch. [Tempo: Slow / 65 BPM]
A pleasant, warm and easy background music track. Light and comforting, with piano and subtle use of synth and pads. A soft and ethereal electric guitar enters in the second half. Heartwarming / Homey / Family / Caring. [Tempo: Slow / 105 BPM]
A delicate and smooth music track, suitable for meditation, mindfulness and relaxation. Mystical / Work Focus / Study Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 68 BPM]
A calm, dreamy and almost sleepy piece featuring chorused guitar, sparse percussion and few piano notes. A repeated chord patterns draws the listener in an almost hypnotizing way. Very mellow, relaxed, comforting. Somewhat ethereal, wistful, almost dream like. Note;there are slight imperfections in the performance and recording; this is done on purpose for a "dusty", slightly retro, cosy / imperfect sound. [Tempo: Slow / 72 BPM]
Whether you need a cool and classy background for your presentation, or a mellow and elegant theme for your video or podcast, this track will sit well in your production. A sophisticated and modern mix of a smooth and groovy beat, melodic and harmonic tones, and calming and serene vibes. A modern and fresh track that will enchant and delight your listeners. [Tempo: Slow / 70 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]
Soft, light and gentle music. Soothing and pretty; suitable for relaxation, yoga, chilled-out background music or romance / charity / heartfelt stories / beauty / nature etc. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 106 BPM]
A warm, reflective and heartening / endearing music track. Melancholic but also comforting and hopeful. Emotive / Endearing Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 96 BPM]
A calm and spirited piece of music. Enlightening and creative. Has an element of fantasy, discovery and exploration. Will work well in stories, fantasy, relaxation, meditation, dreams and ambience. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 129 BPM]
Deep, calm piece with organic touches and melodies. Would suit a wide variety of programming such as nature or retrospective pieces. [Tempo: Slow / 120 BPM]
A gentle and reflective ambient track consisting of electic piano, soft synth pads, picked guitar and piano. Warm, soft and open, this track would be great background music for all sorts of applications. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 68 BPM]
A soft and mellow music track with ethnic ambient bells and a dreamy melody. Calm / Reflective / Yoga / Work Focus Music. [Tempo: Slow / 61 BPM]
Delicate, tiny, magical, dreamy & atmospheric ambient track using kalimba and xylophone. Moody, delightful, wondrous, fragile, quiet, fun, light, intriguing and full of mystery, anticipation & character. Would suit science / nature / dramatic / romantic / children's / cinematic type projects. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 71 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]
