Where can I find royalty-free suspense music?

You can license suspense tracks directly at Themusicase.com. The catalog covers dark drones, ticking percussion, risers, and modern hybrid tension cues for films, trailers, advertising, games, and online media—each track royalty-free with sync rights.

Can I use suspense music on YouTube without copyright claims?

Yes. Suspense tracks from Themusicase are royalty-free and include sync rights, letting you publish confidently on YouTube and social platforms without Content ID or copyright issues.

What makes music sound suspenseful?

Suspense relies on steady pulse (ticks, ostinatos), evolving drones, dissonant intervals, and restrained dynamics that rise gradually. Minimal motifs, sub-bass movement, and strategic silence create unease until the reveal or transition.

How much does it cost to use suspense music in sync projects?

At Themusicase, all suspense tracks are available under a simple royalty-free sync license. Pricing is transparent, with no hidden fees or ongoing royalties. You can review the details in our License Agreement.

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Including Dramatic, Suspense, Dark, Cinematic, Tension and Intense music themes.

Guitar Tension

by Jamacore

Dark-exciting modern film score with gothic and industrial elements. A menacing, groovy bass synth meets hypnotic guitars, mighty percussions and SFX.

Guitar Tension(01:22) - ID: 91655

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Nemensis

by Jamacore

Heroic orchestral filmmusic with monumental strings, brass and timpani. Reminds of the dark knight from Gotham and other heroes. Great for battle scenes, video games and many more.

Nemensis(01:01) - ID: 91632

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Electronic Orchestra

by Jamacore

Impulsive film score with an exciting atmosphere, experimental synths, scary sounds, dramatic strings and a glitchy beat. Driving, dark and slightly menacing.

Electronic Orchestra(02:21) - ID: 91619

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Anatomy of the Planet

by Jamacore

Threatening, impulsive film score with a dark atmosphere, powerful guitar riffs, brass, atmospheric effects and drums. Perfect for suspense.

Anatomy of the Planet(01:57) - ID: 91583

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Eastern Story

by Jamacore

Emotional intro with ethnic voices, dramatic strings and a modern beat. Ideal for documentaries.

Eastern Story(00:22) - ID: 91581

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Last Fight

by Jamacore

Exciting, martial orchestral film score full of action featuring dramatic, impulsive brass as well as mighty percussions with some ethnic touch.

Last Fight(00:57) - ID: 91579

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309 A New Music Box AAC2

by Music For Your Media

A gentle, smooth and fresh dorian track, full of mystery and sweetness.

309 A New Music Box AAC2 (05:22) - ID: 91539

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