Historical / Retro: 1950'sSuggested Production Type

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If you're looking for early rock'n roll music, or other music from the fifties, such as Rockabilly and 1950's Jazz, look no further. This is where we keep the Chuck Berry sound-alikes, the guitar blues / Rock Around the Clock (Bill Haley and the Comets) sound-alikes and other music that looks back to that exciting and defining time for our musical culture. Country & Americana music and retro jazz music also found here.

Happy jazz music inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. Retro kitch fun. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 180 BPM]

Up-tempo swing jazz featuring piano, bass, and brush drums. Piano blazes through several lightning fast choruses, each separately unique, but always swinging and fun. Hold on for a ride with this one. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 180 BPM]

A smooth and classy version of the old classic 'I Wanna Be Loved By You' with female vocal. This song was written in 1928 by Herbert Stothart and Harry Ruby with lyrics by Bert Kalmar. The song entered the Public Domain from 1st of January 2024. This version was performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring vocals by Emma Brunette. [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. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 104 BPM]

A fun, lively melody featuring sax, bass and drums to evoke a light, easygoing atmosphere. The drums set up the song with choppy, percussive hits followed by a syncopated melody played by bass and saxophone. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 80 BPM]

Easy and quirky comedy music track made with various mallets and other instruments. Children / Happy / Light Music. Classic / Vintage sound. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]

Upbeat, playful jazz trio. Upright bass, acoustic piano, acoustic drums. Vibraphone enters later. Upbeat, swingtime rhythm. Happy, joyful, dancing. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]

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A slow and swaying piano blues / jazz piano tune, in traditional / classic lounge piano style. Lazy and slightly playful music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]

A Russian influenced track great for comedies, dramas, travel, commercials or any project in need of a Russian folk soundtrack. Features Three Balalaika's and Accordion. Can also be Italian, French, Jewish. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]

Smooth retro swing number with full 30+ piece big band setting the tone for male crooner vocals. Nostalgic sound that might be heard in the 40’s, 50’s, or 60’s. [Tempo: Medium / 116 BPM]

A quirky and nostalgic, orchestral 1940's / 1950's pastiche with more than a hint of cheese. Perfect for ironic and comical underscores or vintage purposes. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 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]

Fun and cheeky jazz swing track, performed entirely on acoustic guitars with subtle brush drums. Feelgood, upbeat, retro and chiq! Elements of ragtime, charleston, happy 1920's - 1940's swing jazz. [Tempo: Fast / 108 BPM]

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Catchy bombastic brass in this upbeat authentic sounding vintage 1950's / 1960's ska reggae in the style of Trojan Records/Studio One. Modern drum loops add a contemporary feel. Fun and a little wild, wacky. [Tempo: Fast / 136 BPM]

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Nice and romantic waltz in Parisian style. Well suited for romantic movie projects, video background about visiting France and Paris. Up medium tempo, ac. guitars, musetta, strings, piano, brush drums Friendly, positive, romantic, love, streets of Paris, cafe [Tempo: Medium / 200 BPM]

A very new genre of music that blends old-time swing jazz with modern EDM beats. Extremely fresh and exciting. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 129 BPM]

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An easy-going and joyful, instrumental jazz-combo version of the classic George Gershwin tune, S'Wonderful. The song and lyrics came into public domain on January 1st, 2023. This version is performed and recorded by Lynne Music Project, headed up by Bjorn Lynne and Pawel Orlow. (Stem files available.) [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: Slow, Medium / 136 BPM]

A jazzy groove track with a mean and infectious bass line that offers feelings of sexy, swagger, confidence, mystery, but slightly sneaky. Ideal background underscore track for sexy advertising jobs, sultry and hot movie scenes with light tension. Also use for Podcasts vlogs that discuss fashion, style, and cool vibes. In the end we have a smooth, versatile track that gives a nod to vintage retro urban hipster coolness. [Tempo: Medium / 116 BPM]

Hard swinging big band backs Sinatra-type male crooner in this driving up-tempo number. Top notch horn arrangement led by intricate sax voicing, blazing trumpets, and fat trombones. Lyrics everyone can relate to; the feeling that something big is just around the corner, and that lives can change for the better if we just hang in there and believe in ourselves. [Tempo: Fast / 141 BPM]

Get in the swing with this authentic big band era recording. [Tempo: Fast / 192 BPM]

Swinging big band jazz instrumental. Sax section belts out a bouncing melody, answered by trumpets and trombones. Sound reminiscient of the great big bands from 1940-1960 era. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 152 BPM]

Classic, old style jazz combo. Piano, Upright bass, brush drums. Nice and easy going, relaxing, classic jazz. Vibraphone and strings enter later. Classy, timeless. [Tempo: Medium / 105 BPM]

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A light hearted, pleasant and joyful French waltz. Captures the spirit of Paris / France with nicely melodic accordeon and a light jazz backing. Happy and care free. [Tempo: Medium / 185 BPM]

An upbeat folk pop song that draws upon vivid imagery. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

Retro cinematic intergalactic trailer cue with an epic espionage twist. It starts with a dark, murky portishead - like vibe that is reminiscent of James Bond, Mission Impossible, The Avengers and 50s, 60s and 70s spy music. It drops into a driving trip hop groove that builds into a crescendo featuring heavy guitar, orchestral strings and mellotron. A very unique and cool track that will really make your project stand out with a unique identity. It's a cool, retro, psychedelic, shagtastic mix of austin powers meets 007 and get smart. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]

A charming slow swing ballad featuring piano, electric guitar, acoustic bass, and male crooner. This song has a warm, vintage feel with fine musicianship. Guitar and piano solos complement each other. Lyrics tell the story of a guy trying to get back together with his lost love under the guise of “I just stopped by to say hello” [Tempo: Slow / 79 BPM]

A softly swaying French / European waltz, with a laid-back, easy going feel. A very slightly melancholic undertone combines with a soothing and breezy feel. [Tempo: Slow / 166 BPM]

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Use this cool and catchy jazz swing groove for attention getting tv spots and other marketing projects that need a clever, upbeat sound for your media project. [Tempo: Fast / 220 BPM]

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A dark, weird, ambient underscore that provides light background tension for a sad story. The vibe and feel are disturbing, depressing, and sad. The music will support episodic TV, documentaries and films that have dark drama. Eventually the tune releases and provides more hope. It's kind of like two cues in one so listen all the way through. The music is thoughtful, pensive and introspective. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]

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A toe-tapping, swinging Jazz Trio track. Upbeat piano, drums and bass, in a traditional jazz style. A little bit playful. Performed and recorded live in studio. [Tempo: Fast / 218 BPM]

Energetic instrumental music track recorded with a jazz quintet featuring trumpet, sax, piano, double bass and drums. Latin in some parts and swing in others this music is powerful, fast and motivational. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 118 BPM]

Buoyant Jazz with a 1940's or 1950's flare. Good for dancing scene, or anything with a fun, lively physical presence. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 133 BPM]

A raw and dirty piece of Blues rock with distorted guitars, heavy drums and pumping bass lines. Grab the attention of your audience with this cool piece of powerful in your face Blues Rock. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 BPM]

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Positive and easy music track made with orchestra. No divided parts, repetitive. Vintage / 50's / 60's / 70's. Kitsch Music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]

Tender and classy, slow and loving, acoustic jazz. Touching, melancholic, delicate and beautiful. Upright bass and acoustic piano. [Tempo: Very slow / 57 BPM]

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1950's or 1960's style classic rockabilly. Swinging and fun with twangy guitars. Historical, rock around the clock style. Also available as an Underscore version without the solo/lead guitars. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 90 BPM]

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Retro Big Band with a feel similar to the song 'Feeling Good.' Nicely suited to glamorous people and events, burlesque and striptease dancers, showgirls, cabaret acts, James Bond Style vintage movie soundtracks and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]

A cheeky and fun little orchestral piece, with a bright and sunny disposition. Bouncy, happy and jovial - with a slight nod back to the commercial film scores of the 1950's and 60's. [Tempo: Medium / 130 BPM]

Set of 4 music loops
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French style acoustic jazz. Django / Hot Club of France. Ragtime / Dixieland feel. Happy and bouncy with two acoustic guitars and acoustic bass. Also available in an underscore version, without the lead guitar. [Tempo: Fast / 118 BPM]

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Mid-tempo swinging country blues, with plenty of twangy guitars and Telecaster picking. Electric slide guitars over bass and drums -- classic country stuff. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 121 BPM]

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Fun and feelgood, upbeat Gypsy Jazz / Hot Club of France style. Toe-tapping and light hearted. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]

Count Basie style big band with full big band. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 192 BPM]

‘Old school’ blues shuffle with crunchy guitar, honky-tonk piano and a warm, live drum sound. [Tempo: Medium / 81 BPM]

Warm, laid-back, old-time jazz/big band romantic music. This 1940s soft jazz piece features saxophones, trombones, trumpets and clarinets that evokes a feeling of romance, love, reminiscing and reflection. Think forties jazz lounge or ballroom with a relaxed and easy-going mood. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]

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Driving, raw blues-rock shuffle. [Tempo: Medium / 121 BPM]

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Minor swing jazz with a trumpet top line. Jazz club, etc. Groovy, sultry. [Tempo: Fast / 141 BPM]

Fun and feelgood, upbeat Gypsy Jazz / Hot Club of France style. Toe-tapping and light hearted. [Tempo: Fast / 108 BPM]

Energetic, campy electro-swing track. Tuba, electronic drums, and brush snare drive the upbeat tempo. Dixieland Clarinet, trumpet, and trombone answer. Singer vows revenge on the one who did him wrong. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 114 BPM]

Sweet and charming, old-style Jazz in Gypsy Swing style. Feelgood and light hearted. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]

A storming cinematic track that evokes a classic cinema sound and fantastatic film introductions. Very high energy and heavy orchestration. The energy of this track remains fairly high throughout. Thematic fanfare. Classic movies / Big Sky. [Tempo: Medium / 106 BPM]

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