Folk rock is a musical genre combining elements of folk music and rock music. In its earliest and narrowest sense, the term referred to a genre that arose in the United States and the UK around the mid-1960s. The sound was epitomized by tight vocal harmonies and a relatively "clean" (effects- and distortion-free) approach to electric instruments epitomized by the jangly 12-string sound of the Byrds' guitarist Roger McGuinn as used sparingly by George Harrison in 1964 and 1965. The repertoire was drawn in part from folk sources, but even more from folk-influenced singer-songwriters such as Bob Dylan. Roger McGuinn of the Byrds has also stated The Beatles inspired him to mix folk with rock mus ...
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Synth Keyboards, Rock Organ and Strings. This medium tempo piece has a simple melody that starts out as a round in the piano. It builds in intensity with the addition of the other instruments. Good toe tappn' beat. Good for Commercials or Background Music. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A melodic, modern celtic folk piece with beautiful lyrics and a moving chorus stylistically reminiscent of Fields of Gold by Sting This flowing elegant track is just right for videos, corporate branding, product launch, movie theme song and TV, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
This light rock music combines a fun and motivating feeling with a smooth sound sure to inspire. The electric guitar strums a vibrant melody and the upbeat style really gets the body moving. This music is great for ads, corporate, television, documentary, and more. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A group of Nashville pickers get together at a local 'watering hole' and deliver a heartfelt performance about a lost love using a Singer/Songwriter style reminiscent of James Taylor with instrumentation consisting of (Guitars, Bass, Drums, organ, and Mandolin). Simple and to the point. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Warm and alluring, this song will beckon your audience in and soothe their weary souls. It will up-lift and embrace them with hope, nostalgia, and comfort. It has a gentle and organic feel to the acoustic rhythms. It is further enhanced by a deep sounding electric guitar melody that speaks. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Better times are coming, and this track proves it. Solid four-on-the-floor kick drum, picking banjos and strumming acoustic guitars are the driving forces behind this uplifting, energetic epic of a folk rock piece in the style of Mumford And Sons. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Aracari. Joyful folk-rock instrumental composition. Melodic bright dance with elements of Southern America’s traditional music. Sunny, romantic, cheerful indian tune, that would fit nice in many kinds of movies, documentaries, video games, TV shows. Full version. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Flying Eagle. Bright folk-rock instrumental composition. With plenty of plucked strings (from mandolin and guitars to balalaikas), nice soft drums and Southern America indian’s flutes. Would be perfect in any kind of movies, documentaries, video games and TV shows. Full version. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Pop rock folk ballad instrumental with acoustic and elecric clean gutar, drums and bass, rimember Knocking on heavens door, for film, movie, commercial, tv, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A happy and feelgood pop-rock track with a family friendly sound and an uplifting melody. Catchy and appealing, with a youthful flow. Rhythmically, this track has an interesting twist. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
Being together with friends, family, and loved ones. This upbeat instrumental track has a bit of a 70s folk-rock sound to it. It features drums, bass, piano, and acoustic guitars. Great background track for a commercial, or video/ film about romance, or good friends, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Sometimes love is a bitter pill to swallow, and sometimes you can feel bitter when love chews you up and spits you out like an old wad sugarless gum. Angry, embittered, caustic male vocals and harmonies express the depressive sentiments of being dumped by the love your life. Heavy, real, poetic. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Lively Folk acoustic rock track with strings, upright bass and piano. Ideal replacement for Mumford and Sons, the lumineers, Gary Barlow. Ideal for TV, film, documentaries, commercials and media, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Joyful Acoustic folk music that warms your heart and cheer your mind and soul with sweetness. Jumpy, Happy, and Bouncy. Consisting Full Band of Acoustic Guitar, flutes, Drums and percussions, keys and piano. Uplifting, mellow and positive with light Latin feel. Elated romantic indie film soundtrac. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A happy-go-lucky, bouncy and fun track with acoustic guitars, xylophone and piano. A happy and uncomplicated melody and mid-tempo rhythm make this track great for commercials, infomercials, "how-to" videos and anything to do with the good life, simple pleasures and positivity. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
Uplifting poprock music. Upbeat Positive instrumental with country southern american touch and dance beat. Modern and mellow Featuring full band of steel and acoustic guitars, electric piano, bass and melodic strings. Fresh, bright, energizing, happy, sweet melody. lively, Warm, good, jolly and rich, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A slow roots rock instrumental track inspired by the styles of Tom Petty and Neil Young. Has a 70’s vibe to it. Features drums, bass, and many electric guitars. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Pleasantly plucking and picking melodic lines and rich, lush chords on a vintage Gibson ES-335 played through an old Fender Deluxe Reverb amp. Smooth, soothing, atmospheric background sound with many commercial applications. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
This instrumental track has the “jangly” guitar sound heard in many of the folk-rock songs from the mid-1960s from Southern California to England. It features drums, tambourine, and electric guitars with that classic sound. No melody just a music bed, so ideal for background or source music. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Energetic Folk Rock track with an Irish theme. Sounds like The Pogues, The Levellers. Features mandolin, fiddle, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bodhran, tin whistle, drums and bass. Great for Saint Patrick's Day celebrations, Irish pub scenes, Guiness commercials, riverdance, travel channel, Instrumental
Lazy Time Under Sunny Skies. Uplifting acoustic folk rock. with acoustic guitar, vocal harmonies, and electric beat. Bouncy, lighthearted and with retro feel. indie underscore and commercial, short soft sunny rock film score. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Add some rootsy passion to your 30 second TV Spot, with a stomping kick drum, strum-tastic acoustic guitar and melodic mandolin, banjo and ukulele picking out a memorable riff that will get your audience taking notice of what you have to say. Happy, joyous mood Online Commercial Advert. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Back to the 1960’s with this folk-rock track inspired by The Byrds, and others who were part of the L. A. sound of that time. Features drums, bass, and plenty of “jangly” sounding electric guitars. Great music bed for documentary or film depicting that time. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
This nice acoustic instrumental mid-tempo ballad was inspired by artist like James Taylor, Dan Fogleberg, Jim Croce etc. It features brush drums, bass, 3 acoustic finger-picked guitars, piano, and acoustic lead playing the melody. Great track for romantic scene or slow dance. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Southern California in the mid-1960s was at the epicenter of the new folk-rock sounds from bands like The Byrds, MFQ, and others. This instrumental track features drums, bass, and “jangly: electric guitars for that classic sound. Great track for background or theme music from that period. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A mystical journey through american landscape. Modern heartwarming road trip folk. traveling, moving, driving underscore in a contemporary western feel. contemplative music, wondering reflecting thoughts, free and decisive. pulsating guitars and train drumming, Cymbals and sentimental male choir. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
An inspirational and motivational acoustic track with crisp acoustic guitars, hand claps and big drum beats. Ideal for corporate and positive uses involving travel, success, happiness, personal goals, family, friends and other positive uses. In the style of Imagine Dragons and Coldplay. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Folk
You would think, that after thousands of years of Civilization, we would have worked out the details of trying to Live together on a planet that once was literally a Paradise. We are capable of much, much more, and in time, with everyone's concerted effort, we will exceed our greatest potential. Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Warm acoustic guitar strumming and delicate mandolin highlight this hopeful, inspirational piece in the style of The Avett Brothers and Lady Antebellum. Has a nice build throughout, hitting it's pace at 1:08 with a lush progression supported by escalating strings lines. Ends delicately and sweetly. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Pulsating retro folk rock peace anthem sung in 1960's New Christie Minstrels style by large live mixed chorus, featuring banjo, bouzouki, percussion, bass and keyboards. Positive, driving, up-tempo. Marching rhythmic verse with pro USA, family oriented lyrics and a "we can do it together" message. Mixed Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
Southern rock track with a bit of a spaghetti western flavor. Medium slow and somewhat melancholic, with a dramatic edge. Great for a variety of uses, perhaps to illustrate the aftermath of questionable choices, a heartbreak song as the song suggest, or to add a modern spaghetti western vibe. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Some people like to build walls, and sometimes if you build it, they won't come. No matter what you do, and how well you do it, it's going to eventually start to fall apart, slowly crumbling into ancient history. This track sets a somber mood for those who seek to divide the world into us and them! Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A cheeky, happy, and playful track with a slight folk / island sound / tropical sound. Ukulele style acoustic guitar and marimbas are eventually joined by wood blocks and a simple drum beat. Uplifting, joyful, colorful. Instrumental, Folk, Folk Pop
Bluesy with a gospel flavor Singer/Songwriter track that sings about a love for lust, beauty, and the delights of the female form, and just how addictive a purely physical relationship can become, like a drug that you can never get enough of, no matter how high or how low you attempt to go. Male Vocals, Singer/Songwriter, Contemp Singer/Songwriter
Easy going reflective rock road trip music. contemplative indie americana feat. Soft light distortion electric guitar, down tempo beat drums and mellow fender rhodes. Instrumental, uplifting, animated and mellow. Calm buildup underscore. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A mid-sixties folk-rock instrumental track inspired by the sound of The Byrds. It features drums, bass, and “jangly” electric guitars for that retro sound. Great for background track for a documentary, or film about that era. Medium tempo with melody. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Folk Rock Track with a laid back vibe and feel. Acoustic instruments can make the perfect background sound to enhance a mood, emotion, feeling, or solidify the scenario of many Film and TV scenes, Documentaries, Commercials, Retail Stores, Restaurants/Bars/Lounges, or Corporate presentation. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Folk Rock Track with a laid back vibe and feel. Acoustic instruments can make the perfect background sound to enhance a mood, emotion, feeling, or solidify the scenario of many Film and TV scenes, Documentaries, Commercials, Retail Stores, Restaurants/Bars/Lounges, or Corporate presentation. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
This instrumental track was inspired by the folk-rock sounds of CS&N and others back in the late 60s-early 70s. It features 4 acoustic guitars, bass, and congs. The first verse of the song is all guitars and bass, while the second verse brings Congas, and is a bit busier. Easy to loop. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Nirvana punk Rock Guitar Anthem, driving. Gritty, Raspy, Great for commercials, corporate video, web adverts, DVD's, Radio, movies, extreme sports. Beer commercial, bar room, bikers, NASCAR, skiing, flying, racing. Endurance, new truck commercial, tough Levi Jeans, political, social issues,90's, Male Vocals, Rock, Folk Rock
A lone acoustic guitar often makes the perfect background sound to enhance a mood, emotion, feeling, or solidify the scenario of many Film and TV scenes, Documentaries, Commercials, and Corporate presentations. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
A “jangly” folk-rock instrumental track inspired by the 60s sound of The Byrds, The Seachers, and later Tom Petty. It features drums, tambourine, bass, and electric guitars with that classic, retro sound. Very upbeat. Great for any film, documentary, or commercial needing that 60s sound. Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
Passionate Rock instrumental. Funky exciting alternative music, Strong and intense, soulful electric guitar riffs and dance beat. Hot, inspirational and dynamic. Great as indie soul opening, intro and tv spot, teen dramatic scenes, free urban spirit, radio rock jingles, trailers and modern life. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Lost my mind but Now I'm Fine. Bright Moody Guitar Ambient - Light rock, with charming guitar riffs in an enchanted chord progression, shadow sounds, drums and bass. Pensive Instrumental music Ideal for mellow reflective, sentimental and contemplative Soundtrack peaceful Underscore, and country road, Instrumental, Rock, Folk Rock
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