Suspense Music for Creators, Filmmaking, Games, Apps. Royalty-free & Sync licensed Royalty-free: Pay once, no ongoing royalties.
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CYBER AI (Elctro Pop Ambient Positive Energy) - 30sec version - No Percussions

Available in: Main version / Soft / 60sec / 30sec / Stinger. Most with a "No Percussions" version. Ambient electro background with deep synthesizer bass, psychedelic and atmospheric pads, hybrid rhythms for a running & energy feeling but not loud. Cyber industrial action, Strange positive action...

Live News Events

Atmospheric music for news programs or any other TV, broadcast or internet media projects. Colorful strong and bright track keeps the tension and attention through all composition. If you need music which keeps the tension and attention from beginning till the end this track for you.

Inspirational Rock

Powerful Rock music with strong, driving and dynamic sound. Energetic poser electric guitar riffs with bright rock piano present you outstanding and effective background for any presentations or similar Youtube Videos. Feel the power of truly hard rock music.

The Contender

by hawkey
A tense guitar riff played over a hypnotic drum groove sets the tone for this track. Great for anything needing a feeling of defiance or challenge.

The Contender 60 second version

by hawkey
A tense guitar riff played over a hypnotic drum groove sets the tone for this track. Great for anything needing a feeling of defiance or challenge.

The Contender 30 second version

by hawkey
A tense guitar riff played over a hypnotic drum groove sets the tone for this track. Great for anything needing a feeling of defiance or challenge.

The Contender 15 second version

by hawkey
A tense guitar riff played over a hypnotic drum groove sets the tone for this track. Great for anything needing a feeling of defiance or challenge.

Epic Cinematic Underscore

An emotional and cinematic track with vibes of hope, triumph, rising above and conquering. Perfect for youtube videos, military documentaries about war heroes, epic stories etc, dramatic movie trailers, action films, powerful tv promos, inspiring advertisements and anything where you need an epic a...

Total Success

Energetic modern rock track with screaming, psychedelic guitars, kicking rock drums, rolling bass and catchy melodies. Great motivational music for sports, presentations, festivals, youth and lifestyle.

Top Gear

Powerful breakbeat with kicking drums, excitings synths and driving FX. Great electronic music for sports, racing, games, apps and technologic presentations.

Underground Bros

Motivational Trap with urban hio hop influences and cool beats. Great for youth, fashion, nightlife, sports and presentations


Suspense Music: Royalty-Free Tension for Films, Trailers, and Games

Suspense music builds unease and anticipation through evolving textures, sparse motifs, and controlled dynamics. Typical elements include pulsing low strings, ticking percussion, bowed metals, risers, and subtle synth drones that escalate toward a reveal without resolving too soon. At Themusicase.com, you can find and license a wide range of royalty-free suspense tracks. Every track includes a sync license for safe use across film, trailers, advertising, games, and online content.

Where Suspense Music Works Best

Choosing Themusicase gives editors a clear, royalty-free license with sync rights—reliable usage across platforms without extra clearance.

FAQs

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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