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A True Survivor (30 Sec)

A powerful, gripping track with an uplifting, positive feel. A cool blend of dark ambient guitars, drum groove and spacey synths. Gradually builds throughout into triumphant finale. Great for film, television, sci fi, web videos and presentations.

Action Orchestra Electronica (No Holds Barred)

A short ambient intro leads into a hi-octane combination of big brass, active strings and electronic stabs... ending with a wind-down "what just happened?" ending...

Rescue Mission

A dramatic synth and drum combination with string swells and percussion hits.

Digital World

Modern and futuristic sounding corporate track for many applications like imagevideos, slideshows, explainervideos and many more.

Somber and Ominous Waltz Piano Solo

Dark nstrumental music made for piano solo. The music has a slow rhythm and the mood is somber and foreboding. The genre is classical and the composition is inspired by the style of Erik Satie. This track fits very well in dramatic scenes with a point of somber and strange feelings.

Action Orchestra Electronica (Search and Destroy)

An epic sized high energy battle track... Full Orchestra meets gigantic drums and electro madness... With a classic build up the battle begins... The track ends with big brass, and a heavy rock style drum beat with mega a snare...

Ethnic Guitar

This unique box guitar has a sweet gentle tone that captivates and seduces the ear... Ambient ethnic guitar...

Ambient Underscore (Nosotus)

A vast desert landscape opens up before you as this minimal lush track develops. with subtle electronic melodies at the end. Magic Pads...

Looking At It Now (dark ambient)

Two distinctly different parts.. Starting with dark low suspenseful ambience, building with minimal precision to a contained climax... Where a slow modern rock drum beat enters (big snare)... Netflix ready, contemporary underscore...

Cinematic Mysterious Adventures

Instrumental music made for orchestra. The composition is leaded by a piano and it’s accompanied by orchestral instruments, like strings and brass. The mood is adventurous and it has some touch of mystery and also has a point of an ominous feeling, all in a wonderful and mysterious environment lik...

Minimalism Ambient Electro Pop

Minimalism Ambient Electro Pop is a minimalistic piece great for any kind of projects (youtube videos, video games, movies, events, etc... presentations). The electro vibe is lifted by a strong and deep bass. There’s something really catchy into it.

Ominous Classical Orchestral Waltz

Instrumental music made for piano and orchestra. The music is leaded by piano, which starts quiet and determined. Then, the music gets energy with the sudden incorporation of the other orchestral instruments, like horns, oboe, strings and trombones. the percussions helps to increase the energy and p...

Dramatic Cinematic Action

Instrumental music made for piano and orchestra. The style of the composition is very near to Minimal and classical music, almost militar, and the initial mood is foreboding and a little bit mysterious, Later increases the energy and Epic feelings with the entrance of the other orchestral instrument...

Suspenseful Cinematic Ambient

Instrumental music made for electronic instruments, strings and brass. The style is very near to soundtrack and cinematic, and the mood is mysterious and suspenseful. This msuic fits very well on dark and evil scenes in films and series with suspense and horror topics.

dramatic cinematic trailer

Instrumental music made for orchestra. The style is very near to Soundtrack and Film music, and the mood is sad, mournful and down. The rhythm is steady and it is marked by the bass and the strings staccato. This music fits very well for projects in scenes with dramatic and depressive topics, as a b...

The Mage's Curse

Tempo: 130-- Signature: 4/4-- Keywords: Cinematic / Epic / Adventure / Fantasy / Powerful / Mystery ------Here I endeavoured to compose a deeply, darkly fantastical tune. It carries something of ancient majesty, something of ritual and the arcane. It's rapidly paced with action elements, too. The c...

Sci-fi Dystopian Credits

Instrumental music made with synthesizers. The genre is very close to electronic and soundtrack, and the mood is energetic and determined. This music fits very well for short sci-fi and science topics, as music for credits.

Scifi Apocalyptic Trailer

Instrumental music made for synthesizers and orchestra. The style is very near to soundtrack and cinematic music. This music is at first leaded by some synthesized patterns from futuristic and strange sounds. The music grows later and gains energy with the incorporation of distorted electric guitars...

Minimalism Indie Rock

Minimalism Indie Rock is a minimalistic track with a touch of indie rock in it. The thick and energetic drum part lifts the rest of the piece. There’s something really catchy into it.

Inspiring Noir Piano Waltz

Instrumental music made for piano solo. The style is very near to classical and soundtrack, and the rhythm is a waltz. The mood is contemplative and expressive, also a little bit eerie and suspenseful the first notes. This music fits very well on scenes with elegant and lounge topics, as a easy list...

Anxious Heart

A dramatic synth track with a lot of tension and movement. Perfect for racing or action scenes.


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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