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My Electro Universe

Futuristic Ambient Electronic track with spacey synth pads, dreamy piano and laid back drums groove. Perfect for projects requiring chilled and atmospheric backing music.

J.S. Bach - Toccata and Fugue in D Minor

The famous and popular classical piece by Johann Sebastian Bach performed on pipe organ. It is a rich, dark and beautifully intricate piece that is known around the world for its horror-like tone. The Toccata has been infamously used to great effect to denote doom, death and the funeral, whilst the ...

Purcell - Abelazer - Rondeau

Movement 2: Rondeau from Henry Purcell’s incidental music for the Aphra Behn play ‘Abdelazer’ or ‘The Moor’s Revenge (Z 570), written in 1695. It is a famous and popular baroque era piece, made famous in modern times by Benjamin Britten when he used it for his ‘The Young Person’s Guid...

Grieg - Peer Gynt - In the Hall of the Mountain King

The very popular and famous piece, written by Edvard Grieg for the Norwegian play ‘Peer Gynt’ by Henrik Ibsen. It was then selected by Grieg to be the final movement of his ‘Peer Gynt Suite No.1’. This version is arranged for a full orchestra. It begins with a dark and brooding tone and slo...

Fright Night

A creaky, creepy soundtrack inspired track which would work perfectly for an eerie setting which needs some anticipation.

Splash of Colour

A tense interlude style piece which features rhythmic interest from a pizzicato violin. Recommended for underscoring an intriguing visual montage or section.

Never Ever Lose Hope

Melancholic, dreamy piano piece with spacious atmospheric feel. Simple and non-obtrusive, yet full of emotion, this ambient track works well behind dialog.

Dreamy Atmospheric Piano

Ambient, atmospheric solo piano piece with light, dreamy feel. Great for delicate, melancholic backing track for projects needing non-obtrusive yet meaningful music.

Drums of Wrath (Epic Cinematic Tribal Drums)

Big, powerful, building percussion track. Tribal feel with taiko and huge bass drums adding to the drama and tension.

Modern Technology

Dreamy ambient electronic track with atmospheric pads, spacey synths and a groovy drum beat. A modern, fresh sound with a scientific / technological vibe. Great for corporate videos, mystery / science fiction, and scenes requiring contemporary atmospheric music.

Modern Technology (no drums)

Dreamy ambient electronic track with atmospheric pads, spacey synths and a groovy drum beat. A modern, fresh sound with a scientific / technological vibe. Great for corporate videos, mystery / science fiction, and scenes requiring contemporary atmospheric music.

Modern Technology (60 sec)

Dreamy ambient electronic track with atmospheric pads, spacey synths and a groovy drum beat. A modern, fresh sound with a scientific / technological vibe. Great for corporate videos, mystery / science fiction, and scenes requiring contemporary atmospheric music.

Modern Technology (30 sec)

Dreamy ambient electronic track with atmospheric pads, spacey synths and a groovy drum beat. A modern, fresh sound with a scientific / technological vibe. Great for corporate videos, mystery / science fiction, and scenes requiring contemporary atmospheric music.

Australian Outback

The Aussie Outback - a vast rugged terrain where kangaroos roam free! This track takes you on a wild adventure with authentic didgeridoo, pulsating native percussion, atmospheric synths and live drums. A blend of traditional sounds with a modern twist. Great for travel, documentaries, adventure, cul...

Australian Outback (no flute)

The Aussie Outback - a vast rugged terrain where kangaroos roam free! This track takes you on a wild adventure with authentic didgeridoo, pulsating native percussion, atmospheric synths and live drums. A blend of traditional sounds with a modern twist. Great for travel, documentaries, adventure, cul...

Australian Outback (Didgeridoo and Percussion)

The Aussie Outback - a vast rugged terrain where kangaroos roam free! This track takes you on a wild adventure with authentic didgeridoo, pulsating native percussion, atmospheric synths and live drums. A blend of traditional sounds with a modern twist. Great for travel, documentaries, adventure, cul...


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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