Action Theme | Retro Cops, bank jobs, and gumshoe detectives
Music from early Cops and Crime TV shows is primarily a retro blend of R&B. This is music straight outta the sixties and seventies, perfect to set the mood of campy TV crime reruns. This music works well for productions in the style of Starsky & Hutch, Dragnet, Ocean's 11, casino and bank heists, and similar kitschy gumshoe detective fare.
A minimalist piece of music expressing confusion and disorientation, yet determination. Very repetitive with traces of aggressiveness. Good for chaotic situations or personalities. Great for film or documentary. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Montecarlo, 1960. The gang is ready to do the job. Dry Martinis, roulettes and glamorous girls. Horns, Hammond organ and twangy guitars give this piece of music the perfect touch to any gangster film, documentary or quiz show. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Surfy retro style fast rock with lots of dynamics that keep you wondering what's going to happen next, later on a CSI Miami style organ pops up and launches into a screaming organ solo. Great for retro cop films/series, car chases, theme song for credits, comedy action shootout between cops/bad guys, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Bouncy rocky jazz with such a happy feel. You are tapping your feet in seconds. Movie end titles or sequence, would be perfect for a city themed tv show. This has a tune that hooks you and stays. Happy and bouncy with fabulous playing. leaves you feeling just fine! Catchy short & memorable groove. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Rainy streets in a Film Noir world, mysterious and suspenseful. This instrumental features drums, finger snaps, upright bass, guitar, and vibes to give it that "Twin Peaks" off-beat and quirky sound. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Outdoor action adventure track for underscore or main theme. Great track punctuating motion scenes with a punchy staccato string line followed by a cool solid driving string & drum groove & big brass breaks. Suitable for use in sports, crime action dramas, chase scenes, documentaries, reality TV, Instrumental, Action, Adventure Orchestral
You get 2 tracks for the price of one here! Looking for music to accompany a cop on the beat? The retro 70s feel of this piece will conjure up just that sort of image with its down-tempo drum and bass intro. However, by 2:09 it breaks into European trance! Cop music and trance, need those? Get this! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Supa groovy 70's style track, complete with smoking horns, full rhythm section and percussion. Great for retro urban cool, either as underscore or theme music for film, TV, movie trailers or video game. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funk. Fast tempo, slap bass and uptempo drums, with congas for a carnival or party feel. A little bit dreamy / trippy, with a slight nod to the 1970's, combined with a modern flare. Fusion / jazzy funk. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Pulsating guitar based simple jazz with such a cool feel. You are tapping your feet in seconds. Movie end titles or sequence, would be perfect for a city themed tv show. This has a tune that hooks you and stays. Happy and bouncy with fabulous playing. Jazz club jam. leaves you feeling just fine! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Driving funky music. Energetic and smooth urban funk theme music. Stimulating, uplifting and rising. cool bass, electric piano and beat. young, fresh and super hot and wild. james brown r&b style instrumental with futuristic elements. Best for african american positive vibes, modern nightlife cue, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Tense and brooding retro style movie and tv soundtrack. Climactic orchestral strings with some dissonant chords, subtle flute and latin percussion eventually builds to a funky drum groove. Perfect for undercover cops, spies, secret agents, heists, shady deals, retro dramas and blaxploitation. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
As smooth as silk with some funky grooves, this tune will fill the whole room. It will set the tone for your upscale and sexy drama. Your audience will find themselves lured into the tv series, dramatic film or product promotion. It is rich in sound, groove and and soul. Your audience will love it. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Prohibition big-band swing baby! 1920s / 1930s, Al Capone, gangsters and molls, bootlegging and racketeering. The liquor is cheap, the band is hot, and the joint is swingin! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Playful little jazz tune, retro slapstick comedy charactor, perfect for comedy underscore will suit advertising and commercial uses, the vibe is light and uplifting, Good wholesome family fun. Cue has quite a mischievious vibe, Great underscore for comedy charactor or comedy sketch, very nostalgic, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Take it to the streets of the early 70s with this fun and upbeat yet raw and gritty soul track. Inspired by the blaxploitation soundtracks of the era this track is perfect for any project looking for a cool, badass retro vibe. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
This is a track with a latin/funk vibe, that takes you back to the feel and moods of the 1970's, where everything was either cool and hip, or groovy and happening! The brass and guitar work in tandem to deliver the streets, the spirit, and the drama of the era of the hippies. Best suited for action! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Cinematic, film, commercial, advertising production instrumental music. It is suitable for noir, detective, police, army, dramatic, mature films but great for documentary films, travel channels. Imagine wild nature or retro night club with gangsters, illegal poker games, detective investigations... Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Smooth and downtempo light funky theme music in a futuristic, detective like and atmospheric feel. With tense movements and flowing touch. Featuring modern beat bass line, soft bells, synth and occasional sounds. Mysterious, dark and hypnotic, enigmatic underscore for film, tv and video soundtrack, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A funky beat and funky playin’ make this the perfect retro music track. Gated reverb snare drum, cheesy synth, funky clav and slappin’ bass lines all under a great synth horn melody. Reminiscent of those cool Stevie Wonder or Sly and the Family Stone instrumentals. Try not to bob your head too much, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Lighthearted gumshoe/espionage orchestra track. Uptempo, rhythmic, and percussive. Ideal for less-than-serious Disney type scenes. Cartoon, dark humor, kids and pranks, ghosts and goblins flying over the moon. Dark parody, menacing but great fun. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Can they pull off the job before time runs out? Suspense music opens with cinematic percussion and leads into various heavy stabs and punches, climbing brass and choir voices… hurry …hurry… builds and builds… to a sudden climax! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
groovy, smokin', sexy, sleazy, 70s style, jazzy funk number with very catchy bass lines and lead guitar melodies. think the meters or shaft on valium. has a spacious, ethereal, trippy vibe to it in parts and an irriresitable rhythm. would suit retro/70s/cop show/dramatic projects. where's my flares? Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Strange and bizarre cinematic theme reflecting the wild side of life with a neo-noir vibe. Designed for cult movies, underground films, drug culture and street themes. Works well for Indie Films, Biker Films, Bar Scenes, & Bank Heists. Cool Rhythm Section playing a strong beat with unique sounds. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
An uplifting slower to mid tempo track with a bluesy, groovy, smooth jazz feel. Instrumented with bass, keyboards, drums, and tenor sax leads. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
There is a legend of a rock band that moved to a inner city neighborhood. For years they produced hiphop using only electric guitars and drum sets. This track embodies the essence of such a sound. A true hiphop/rock thrill ride from beginning to end. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
1960's influenced rock track with retro sounding guitar riffs, lush strings and a driving rhythm section. Great for action and adventure, spy themes, espionage, James Bond, detective stories, top secret missions. Instrumental, Action, Theme Spy
A fun, upbeat funk track in the style of the Ocean's Eleven soundtracks. Anchored by a hooky bass line, breakbeat drums and percussion. With 60's organ, horn swells and mute guitar. Carefree and lighthearted. Perfect for lifestyle programming and anything you want to have the kitschy, fun feel. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Mysterious, quirky wondrous, orchestral, a bit strange and sneaky, dark yet comedic too, a little Pink Panther inspector like with some movie magic. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A breakbeat Drum loop drives this searing Funk Rock track with a ripping Bass line, Clavinet and soulful Rhodes piano. Horns and Electric Guitars join in and power the escalating pre-chorus riff. Great for cops, criminals, crime and products with a serious attitude like trucks, tools and tires. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A laid back, smooth funk style slow moving piece, combining keyboards and guitars over a solid rhythm section. Funky keys feature throughout, along with organ solos and guitar parts. Cool and easy, suitable for slick presentations, casual promos, or retro urban productions. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funky wah wah guitar track, modern sounding drum groove. Cool and groovy in the style of 1970's blaxploitation movies/Starsky and Hutch. Would also be great underscore for business promo or Ad campaign. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funky 1970's style wah wah guitar track very much in the style of Isaac Hayes Shaft theme. Ideal for retro ad campaign, corporate presentation, kids TV or Video game. think Foxy Brown or Starsky and Hutch, urban scenes, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate RnB Music
This track sets up a police chase... but not too seriously. Inspired by the popular "Peter Gunn" theme it has the same feel and sound with a few variations. Think "Police Squad", "Blues Brothers" and other police spoof movies. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A grooving early 80's style soul song featuring funky guitar riffs and interesting string parts. The song begins with mysterious synth pads but quickly transitions into a moving drum, bass and guitar jam. Great for cruising, flashback scenes, old cop show theme, Live jam, nightlife. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Back to the TV shows of the 1970s with this infectious slap bass, sizzling strings and funky brass track. Perfect for car chases and high energy action scenes. Swaggering, powerful, melodic and catchy... let's go catch us some bad guys! Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
The title says it. A cool, spacious piece featuring a Hammond B3 organ, acoustic piano, triangle and vibraslap. Husband on diet sneaking a late night snack, office prank, mischievous teens, romantic comedy, Desperate Housewives, etc. Get Shorty, Get Smart, Monk, Cartoons, childrens TV, funny scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Retro and cool bank heist track - perfect for an Oceans 11 vibe. Starts with a fuzzy guitar riff and then drums, bass, Rhodes, and horns. Lively and exciting, great for car chases, boat chases, elaborate pursuits such as those seen in James Bond 007 films. by Martin Ahm, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Cool intro with horns and wah wah guitar leading to a 70's funk track. A mix between Herbie Hancock and David Holmes – perfect for “feeling cool” or an Oceans 11 movie. Innercity funky, blaxploitation, urban mafia, mob. Sneaky tricky Vegas, high stakes, movers and shakers. by Martin Ahm, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A crazy silly, funny jazz disco funk track with a frisky electric wah-wah guitar and a funk rhythm bass. Perfect for funny ads or for TV sitcoms, comedies and cartoons, or retro projects about the 70s, disco. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
1970's sounding disco track with lots of latin percussion. Fast beat, great for dancing and club scenes, especially those with kitsch and/or attitude. Fun and funky style with lots of swagga. Terrific both in the foreground and background, an audience and attention grabber. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A suspenseful intro in the style of Lalo Schifrin's Bullitt leads to a driving theme from the horn section reminiscent of spy capers such as The Man From Uncle. Great for chase scenes, and the 15/30 sec. versions are perfect for adverts looking to convey tension / release in a humourous fashion. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
