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.

An easy, breezy and joyful little jazz number. Piano, bass and drums. Light and elegant music track. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]

A traditional / classic French song that captures the spirit of France. Plaisir d'amour (literally "The pleasure of love") is a classical French love song written in 1784 by Jean-Paul-gide Martini (1741–1816); it took its text from a poem by Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian (1755–1794), which appears in his novel Clestine. We have this available as a Vocal version and an Instrumental version. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 BPM]

Modern pop music mixed with music elements from the 50's, inspired by Meghan Trainor. Fun, upbeat and cool tune with saxophones, piano and an urban rhythmic feel. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]

A Jazz ballad influenced by Miles Davis. Tender, hearfelt and romantic moments contrast against a slightly more tense, uncertain and melancholy theme in the B section. Performed by a quartet of trumpet, piano, bass and drums with a lyrical, subtle and relaxing mood throughtout. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 60 BPM]

An experimental post rock cinematic underscore cue, with a somewhat "Nordic" feel. Melancholic and mysterious, this track is based around a delayed guitar arpeggio, with big crunchy live drums, synth bass and pads, generated with iPhone “Choas” Pad synths. The vibe is a bit dark and mysterious, tension is definitely building, but big stacked ambient “ahh” vocal pads give it a relaxing human feel. Reminescent of Sigur Ros and Nordic / Scandinavian crime / drama series. [Tempo: Slow / 64 BPM]

Energetic dance track that combines swing music with house beats. [Tempo: Fast / 130 BPM]

Traditional jazz piano music. Stride piano, ragtime piano, old piano music This music has a touch of funny melodies and a light mood. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]

A soft and pleasant, easy-going and smooth jazz version of the classic song 'My Blue Heaven' written by Walter Donaldson with lyrics by George A. Whiting. This song was first published in 1927. It became public domain in the U.S. from January 1st, 2023. This version was created, performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project, featuring Tom Savage 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: Slow, Medium / 117 BPM]

Jazzy waltz music track recorded on piano. This creative acoustic music will be great for background music and any project where an instrumental music is required. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

A sweet, melancholic song featuring clarinet and acoustic bass to evoke an exotic Mediterranean flavour. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]

Up-tempo, bright, intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is suitable for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commercials, and others. This soundscape puts you in a room with great musicians. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 168 BPM]

As the title of the royalty free stock music track suggests, the tune has more of a vintage sound to it that harkens back to the 1950s music. Ideal for content that needs that classic sound with a cheery feeling. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 164 BPM]

A passionate and emotive French / European accordeon waltz that captures the spirit of France, Paris and everything traditional French. Heartfelt and genuine. [Tempo: Medium / 192 BPM]

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Piano and strings in a track with a strong sense of history, historical eras, a bygone time. Soft and elegant, with sweeping strings. Ballroom dance, romantic dance. Good for period drama, history / historical settings, timeless love stories, vintage cinema. Classic Hollywood orchestra sound. A soft, angelic, heavenly female voice enters late. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 99 BPM]

A swinging, fun, upbeat and happy swing jazz version of the classic song My Blue Heaven. This song was composed in 1927. It came into the public domain in USA on January 1, 2023. This version was created and recorded by the Lynne Jazz Ensemble in 2024. [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 USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Fast / 172 BPM]

Uptempo, playful jazz trio. Nice jazz mood for lounge, city life, bustling night, happening people and everything that's cool. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 95 BPM]

A cosy and playful little jazz tune played on clean electric guitar, electric piano and bass, with subtle strings. Has a certain kitch retro factor. Warm, unique and with a lot of character. [Tempo: Slow / 55 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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  • $44.95

Happy jazz theme inspired by those classic sixties sitcoms such as Bewitched, I Dream Of Jeannie and Father Knows Best. Great for spoofs and comedy. [Tempo: Medium / 170 BPM]

This dirty, golden-era, Nashville-inspired track features a sole, electric guitar and finger snaps. The slap-back guitar sound is overdriven, easily bringing to mind honky tonk days and good times. Great for comedies, travel, documentaries and 50s-60s period pieces. Gritty/ Nashville/ ‘50s Country. [Tempo: Medium / 98 BPM]

Traditional retro swing / rockabilly, with all guitars. Double time acoustic jazz guitar swinging strums, bright and fun guitar solos. Drums enter second time around. Timeless feelgood jazz. Fast, fun and cheeky. [Tempo: Fast / 131 BPM]

A procession of fire eaters, freaks and magicians mixed with the monochrome charm of a 1950's science fiction B movie. Mysterious, beautiful & grotesque in equal measures with just a pinch of ironic humour. A great Halloween track. There are two different mixes available: Version A has a "bubbly magic" sound which is not included in Version B. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]

Upbeat and happening, easy going jazz trio. Piano, upright bass and subtle jazz drums. Joyful, toe-tapping and slightly playful. [Tempo: Fast / 115 BPM]

Upbeat and playful, easy going jazz trio. Piano, upright bass and subtle jazz drums. Nice and happy, toe-tapping jazz mood. [Tempo: Medium / 150 BPM]

A wonderful acoustic jazz crooner version of the classic song "When You're Smiling" with male vocals. The composition and lyrics came into the public domain in USA on January 1, 2024. This version was created, performed and recorded in 2024 by Lynne Music Project, with 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, 2024. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 127 BPM]

Live performed jazz / country / blues ballad. Slow waltz rhythm. Performed and recorded in one take, live on the spot. Nice vintage sound. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 96 BPM]

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  • $38.95

Peaceful, melodic and beautiful cinematic music track featuring piano, clarinet, orchestral strings, glockenspiel, soft brush drums and upright double bass. Organic and natural sounding. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 105 BPM]

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  • $36.95

Blues rock track, with electric and acoustic guitar, and bass – no percussion. It has a folksy, down-to-earth, solid quality to it. The second half has a sax solo in it, giving it a more cosmopolitan air. Suitable for productions that require that mix between a simple and a more refined atmosphere. Great for film, TV, and commercials. [Tempo: Medium / 104 BPM]

Sweet and charming, old-style Jazz in Gypsy Swing style. Feelgood and light hearted. [Tempo: Medium / 88 BPM]

A somewhat dreamy and melancholic, but also hopeful and heartening, ambient/acoustic track. Acoustic guitar, piano and resonant, ethereal pads made with echoey electric guitars. Homey, simple, thoughtful and honest. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]

Soulful, raw and catchy, this bluesy guitar-based music track is great for creating feelings of home, rural locales and sentiment. The acoustic guitar is supported melodically by overdriven electric guitar and “wah” sounding vocals (Also available without the vocals). Claps and drums give this track a great and simple groove. Perfect music for dramas, comedies, travel and cooking shows. [Tempo: Slow / 85 BPM]

A classy and tasteful, easy going track with a slightly Historical feel. Acoustic guitar, tenor & soprano sax. A somewhat surly, jazzy feel, could be 1930's, 40's, 50's or 60's. Would go well with historical or retro film, or any classy, jazzy film scene or other media. [Tempo: Medium / 55 BPM]

Classic Jazz piano trio with mid tempo, upbeat swinging groove. Smooth and classy, nice for 30s-60s period drama tv and film, living the NYC high life, romantic comedies and upscale corporate and retail. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]

Gentle rag featuring acoustic guitar and dobro. A version without the dobro is also available. Nice country / bluegrass / folk / americana track. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 81 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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A smooth jazz song that features female vocals, piano, horns, drums, and additional percussion. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 128 BPM]

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  • $45.95

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]

Uptempo Cajun / Zydeko style with accordeon top line. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 104 BPM]

Set of 5 music loops
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Jovial and friendly, this timeless country music track feels like the soundtrack to a lively barn dance. While fiddles, banjo and accordion have fun on this track’s cheery melody, it’s the home-spun rhythm section – of acoustic guitar, bass, drums and percussion – that really shines, pulling that real “country” feel together. This is a great fit for rural/country themes and settings for dramas, lifestyle shows, comedies and tutorials. Jovial / Country / Barn Dance music. [Tempo: Fast / 169 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]

A light, smooth and soulful piano jazz-blues piece. Timeless, elegant, a bit cheeky and all class music. [Tempo: Slow / 102 BPM]

This jazz track features a lively melody played by tenor sax to evoke a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]

Jazz piano with a sweet, lyrical melody accompanied by walking bass and swinging drums. Classy and romantic with that classic cool jazz vibe. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 BPM]

This orchestral, neo classical piece starts quietly and grows into a crescendo of wonderment and fulfilment. A solo soprano voice combines with orchestral strings, contemporary drums and subtle ethnic flutes to create a track with a lot of emotional impact. This piece can be suitable for many things, including special project presentations and much more. Classic, classy and elegant. Freedom / expression. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 152 BPM]

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Happy-go-lucky, swinging, Broadway style big band Jazz. Romantic and upbeat with punchy brass, melody on soprano sax and trumpet and rhythm section of drums, bass and guitar. Great for theatrical productions, romantic comedies, commercials, nostalgic moments and 30s-60s period drama tv and film. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 125 BPM]

A country song about a small town diner/restaurant, where the towns folk discuss gossip and politics. Guitar, upright bass, drums, fiddle, national resonator guitar, percussion. [Tempo: Fast / 118 BPM]

Raw blues shuffle / rockabilly with slide guitar and harmonica. Dirty and fun. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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  • $40.95

A mid-tempo, quirky and light music track made with pizzicato strings, piano, guitars and percussion, and in a slightly bossa-nova chic style. Fun / Tongue-in-cheek / Simple / Upbeat / Quirky Music. [Tempo: Medium / 119 BPM]

Feelgood, toe-tapping, jazz band. Easy-going but a bit lively as well. Uplifting and a little bit playful. Drums, upright bass, piano forms the basis, and electric jazz guitar, trumpet and clarinet take turns soloing. Can be historical / retro, or contemporary. A timeless sound, really. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]

A cheeky and fun orchestral soundtrack led by pizzicato strings and clarinet. Light and fluffy, with a slightly vintage or 1940's orchestra feel. [Tempo: Medium / 111 BPM]

Sentimental, easy-swinging, small combo jazz. Guitar, piano, brush drums, and male vocalist. Nostalgic melody and lyric about remembering a long lost love from youth. Medium slow tempo. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Slow / 102 BPM]

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