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Time Runs Out

Suspenseful cinematic track with acoustic guitar harmonics, strings, synths and percussion. Perfect as background for movies, games, documentaries and much more.

Determination- Motivational, Inspirational Groovy Electronic Background DnB Mixdown

When the going gets tough, the tough get going... Thats exactly what this music conveys... Perfect for contemporary edgy multimedia applications of success, inspiration and accomplishment.

Cinematic Tension Suspense Dramatic Uneasy Music

A tension fueled track perfect for underscoring scenes of mystery, suspense, drama, unease and even great as an end credits title sequence bed.

Fire

This is an action/chase cue driven by strings and a constant percussion texture.

Clueless

This is a crime/suspense track. It has a mysterious vibe achieved with synth textures and a simple melody. As it develops the strings add motion and the drums a groove. It can work as a title sequence for a crime show and as underscore.

Low Light

by AYLOY
With big Synthesizers,? Low Light creates a very Epic and Big vibe.

Reaching New Frontiers

This is beautiful and inspiring classical cinematic music with strings, piano and orchestra featuring. This motivational and a bit anxious royalty free track can perfectly fit as background audio for documentaries, cinematic videos, adventure and travel videos, inspiring and emotional media projects...

Documentary

by Media_M
Ambient background track with soft piano, marimba, percussion, fx and slow deep pad and strings sound. Perfect for cinematic documentary, presentations, commercial trailers, film.

Cyber Crime

Dark and dynamic synth pop with groove. Perfect as background for movies, documentaries, tech videos and much more.

Warriors

Suspenseful and epic film music with horns, strings and intense percussion elements for action movies and trailer.

Painful Triumph

'Painful Triumph' is a Cinematic, Thrilling, and Dramatic Piece featuring Grand Piano, Strings (Violins, Violas, Cello, Double Bass), Orchestral Percussions, and Cinematic Effects. Epic and Intense moods in a sophisticated soundtrack, perfect for Dark, and Heroic Moments.

A Modern Warrior

Very powerful and epic orchestral piece with a fresh, modern twist. Dramatic full orchestra, piano, synths and groovy drum beat. Great for action / adventure / tension / suspense scenes and also video games.

A Modern Warrior (Orchestra Only)

Very powerful and epic orchestral piece with a fresh, modern twist. Dramatic full orchestra, piano, synths and groovy drum beat. Great for action / adventure / tension / suspense scenes and also video games.

A Modern Warrior (No Lead Orchestra)

Very powerful and epic orchestral piece with a fresh, modern twist. Dramatic full orchestra, piano, synths and groovy drum beat. Great for action / adventure / tension / suspense scenes and also video games.


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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