Rock-n-Roll emerged in the mid-50s as the teen music of choice. Elvis Presley became the leading figure of the newly popular sound of rock and roll with a series of network television appearances and chart-topping records. Other notables including Chuck Berry, Fats Dominos, Little Richard and James Brown refined and developed the major elements that made rock and roll distinctive, focusing on teen life and introducing guitar solos and showmanship that would be a major influence on subsequent rock music. Blues, Rockabilly, Jazz, Cool Jazz, Bebop, Hard Bop and Doo Wop and American Folk music also were prominent in the 1950s.
A classic, 50's Hollywood thriller soundtrack reminiscent of an Alfred Hitchcock score. Soaring, angular violins punctuated by a dissonant chord of brass and timpani. A tense, quiet middle section as characters question their sanity. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
Upbeat, fun, fifties-style rock 'n roll song, with Chuck Berry-style guitar, about never being too old for love and good times. Playful, inviting female vocals and sexy inuendos. Great for romantic comedies featuring seniors or "geezer night" in bars, Country Cafe playlists and Country Life Vocals. Female Vocals, Rock, 50s Rock
Shuffle That Sax is an exciting Blues-rock instrumental with piano, pounding bass, electric guitars, drums and saxophone. It has a driving beat which is perfect for corporate/commercial use, film/TV projects featuring the period 1920's to 1960's. Suitable for urban scenes, dance, city and town life, Instrumental, Blues, Honky Tonk
Big and brassy, this down-tempo funk is great for sports highlights. Funky, groovy, with a 70s feel, this down-tempo track is perfect for conveying a sexy, rich, yet elegant soundscape. Great for productions that require a pleasing, positive, warm vibe, with a touch of retro, such as films, commerci, Instrumental, RnB, 1970's Vintage RnB
Cool, whimsical and spirited jazz song with alluring female vocals creating a mellow and chilled, atmosphere crossing over the usual boundaries to reach a wider audience, with ideal suitability for mainstream Film / TV, Advertising or Media placements, Female Vocals, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
Light jazz original Christmas song with male lead vocals. The song has a cheerful, merry mood with lyrics celebrating the atmosphere of the Holiday. Brass band instrumental intro, bells, piano and trombone solo in the middle of the song. With a tasteful retro vibe. Male Vocals, Christmas, Big Band Vocals
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
He found out the hard way a fool and his honey are soon parted & left brokenhearted. Lively energetic driving uptempo fast-spirited rocking rhythmic pulsating bright vibrant country R&B Ala Elvis Presley. Great for internet radio mall & elevator music jukebox romantic comedy soap opera radio bar. Male Vocals, Country, CCM
In the inimitable style of the great crooners like Frank Sinatra & Tony Bennet, here Greg Johnson of Davis, California sings a heart warming song fusing the genres of Traditional Pop Vocals and Easy Listening singing about a subject matter near and dear to his heart. Male Vocals, Pop, Easy Listening
A fine jazzy Big Band instrumental track influenced by Broadway musicals and noir films. Brilliant gritty sound built on powerful rhythm section and highsounding brass instruments evoking night urban scenes with city lights in the background: crime, spy, detective stories. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
A wake up (rise and shine) style of bluegrass and string romp. Featuring banjo, fiddle and mandolin, this composition sets a tone early with the whimsical and lark way it unfolds and builds. Hard to keep a toe from tappin' on this one! Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Lounge Jazz track: Great for projects with a 1950's / 60’s commercial Vibe or a retro theme. Full range of appropriate instruments to whisk you back to the good old 50s / 60s with a cocktail in hand. Vibes, Marimba, strings, pizzicato plucks and even a harp add to the authentic vibe. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
50s Jazz Pop track: Great for projects with a 1950's / 60’s commercial Vibe or a retro theme. Full range of appropriate instruments to whisk you back to the good old 50s / 60s with a cocktail in hand. Vibes, Marimba, organ and rhythm box. Instrumental, Jazz, Burlesque Jazz
An original Christmas instrumental jazz tune with colorful orchestration that captures the spirit of 1950’s Christmas songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”. A full big band and string orchestra all recorded with live instruments. Great for television, film and Christmas or holiday ads. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Big Band
"It's a beautiful Sunday, laid back, he strolls across the avenue to the cafe to meet his love." Or does he? Maybe the sound evokes a feeling of nostalgia, or presents a noir mood: "It was a dark night in the city as the private eye holed up in his usual haunt around the corner. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Moody Lounge Jazz song that takes you on a journey to the dimly lit backstreets of Italy. Sounds like Sarah Vaughan. Features sultry female vocals, double bass, finger snaps. This cool retro style track is great for film noir, private eye themes, secret rendezvous, hiding in shadows, vintage fashion, Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
A Surfer Girl in Love features a lovely soprano vocal by Ann Larkins with backings and harmonies by Michael Warner. It is a sweet fantasy, that could have been 1965, in which we are observing a teenage boy and girl being in love but naively struggling to know what to say and do. Mixed Vocals, Pop, 60's Pop
Alternative pop ballad about the love that never was! Sweet and unfulfilled, but manages to charm its way through with a whimsical jazz tune, acoustic guitar, retro take on the arrangement. A Jacob Collier soundalike. Film /TV/ Radio. Male Vocals, Pop, Gen Z
Great big band jazz featuring fabulous horn section accompanied by piano and drums. Song is reminiscent of the big band sound of the 1930's and 1940's. Bands such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Lawrence Welk become alive. Song is great for TV and movies. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Old fashioned tune featuring accordion and guitar. A bit of French atmosphere, although the song is from Iceland. "Live" performance. Instrumental, European, European Vintage
Want a song with some renown? This gorgeous Motown/Pop/Jazz piece has already won gold in film festivals all over the world. Featuring vocalist Sarah Marie Young this gem is perfect for puppy love, for showing a budding relationship, as background music, for montages, you name it. This one's got it! Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
A feel good, vintage and upbeat blend Rock & Roll and bluesy Soul. Featuring piano, sax, guitar, bass and drums. A fun and driving track great for any 50s and 60s themed projects. Instrumental, Pop, 50's Pop
Jazzy, upbeat song about being there for a romantic partner through thick and thin. The great groove takes the listener forward on a loving journey filled with saxophones, piano, and vibraphones. Nice build toward the end. Great for many types of romance uses, nighttime city scenes, Hallmark channel, Male Vocals, Pop, Acoustic Pop
This murky underscore bed is reminiscent of the swamp, evil things lurking deep down below. Its reminisce to a Hitchcock film score, its use of orchestra is functional to create mystery and allure. To provide no answers for the audience, making this cue a great fit for thriller, horror or mystery, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Ambience
fun retro 50s instrumental a la Meghan Trainor with horns and back ground doo-wop style vocals along with tasty guitar chords that fit the time along with some modern elements. Instrumental, Pop, 50's Pop
Great organ based blues rock with lots of piano fills and fantastic piano solo. Introduction and ending features cool female choir which sets the mood for this wonderful piece. The song is excellent for TV, movies or commercials. Instrumental, Rock, Blues Rock
Caribbean sound, acoustic guitar and sax. as lead instruments, six saxophones playing in the background with a marimba. Performed by Villhjalmur Gudjonsson, Instrumental, Latin, Latin Easy Listening
An energetic classic rock and roll track that feels a little dangerous, think 1960's spy motif or 1950's street rods racing for pink slips. A little retro and modern at the same time. This track was inspired by the band White Zombie and their song called 'Black Sunshine'. Instrumental, Rock, Classic Rock
Smooth, tranquil, easy listening jazz with an amazing trumpet solo at the beginning and at the end. Song can be used as lounge music or background for a scene in a bar, restaurant, or hotel lounge. Song is very relaxing and evokes feeling of serenity and peacefulness. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Close your eyes and you are transported to the big band era listening to such greats as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, etc. Great brass with a fantastic muted trumpet solo. The song builds in intensity leaving the listener wanting more. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Tense and foreboding horror score influenced by classic and modern movie soundtracks. Features strings, horns, piano, percussion and fx. Great for film, TV and video games looking for a brooding and slow building soundtrack. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Edgy
Uplifting, soulful and empowering Blues with a vintage 50s and 60s vibe. Features female vocals, horns, piano, bass and drums. Great for commercials, TV and movies. Female Vocals, RnB, Southern Soul
Song evokes the feeling of being in a hotel or bar lounge, listening to a great jazz ensemble. Mood is easy and non evasive or threatening to ongoing conversation between, lovers or business associates. Can be used as background music in a movie or TV program where scene is in a lounge. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
This short little cinematic gem is great if your character is experiencing an unnatural sense of reality, maybe they're drunk, or drugged or experiencing mental health issues. This piece is slightly confused, slightly awkward, curious, hypnotic and abnormal, great for a multitude of scenes! Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Instrumental in the style of late 1950s, early 1960s Surf Rock with a catchy guitar melody. Pattern is repeated five times with an interlude the third time. Ideal for uses including surfing, beach party scenes and general retro style scenes. Instrumental, Rock, Surf Rock
Big band swing with full orchestration. Close your eyes and you're listening to Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Count Basie etc. Song is upbeat and puts one in a good mood. Makes you want to dance. Very appropriate for movie sound tracks and TV. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Happy dancing authentic ragtime piano with band accompaniment. Song makes you want to move. Very New Orleans jazzy rendition. Song can be used for movies, TV or travelogues. Music is propulsively syncopated with a beat that does not stop. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
A great throwback to the early days of Rock & Roll. Blazing guitars and horns drive this song of longing for Memphis, Tennessee. Featuring male vocals. 1950s. Great for up-tempo uses like bars, Honky-tonks, NASCAR,, Male Vocals, Rock, 50s Rock
Fast Bebop Jazz with a classic piano trio (piano, upright bass and drums). Perfect for a Jazz club scene or vintage footage like a car chase or detective scene. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Great classic blues instrumental in the style of B. B. King and T-Bone Walker. Lots of piano work highlighting the blues genre. Electric guitars, drums and electric organ add to the simplicity and driving nature of this style. The song can be used in movies, TV programs commercials etc. Instrumental, Blues, Chicago Blues
Spanish, Argentinian Tango featuring accordion, piano, drums, pizzicato strings with a haunting trumpet solo. Song evokes sensual, provocative, and romantic tones reminiscent of tango music. The song is ideal for travelogues, movies, TV and commercials. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A romantic Latin Cumbia featuring lots of accordions and trumpets. The song is very appropriate for travelogues, movies and TV programs. In the true Cumbia rhythm, the song makes one want to dance. Instrumental, Tropical, Cumbia
Latin bolero inspired instrumental featuring trumpets and guitar. Song is very suitable for travelogues, movies or TV Programs. Very soothing, relaxing instrumental which brings the listener to a romantic favorite location. Instrumental, Latin, Bolero
Vintage 50s and 60s style Doo Wop. Romantic and sweet taking you back to the days of diners, drive-ins and classic cars. Features strings, background vocals, piano, bass and drums. Instrumental, RnB, Doo-Wop
Two guitars and an accordion. Gypsy swing. European/French style. "Hot club de France" and Django Reinhardt influence. Vintage feel. Performed by Vilhjalmur Gudjonsson. Instrumental, European, European
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