A chill and cozy lo-fi hip-hop vibe with classic vintage jazz chopped, smooth sub bass, elegant piano, catchy vocal chops and hooks, beautiful noir sax, hard-hitting drums, groovy percussion and old-school vinyl ..
Great for jazz clubs scenes, lounge bar and cocktail party music, coffee shops and restaurant, retro films about gangsters of 1930 era, caper story, cooking and food shows, vintage ambience, quirky and funny scenes and more.
A traditional jazz trio with drums, double bass, and piano play a "Rhythm Change" structure, composed for the first time in the 1930s by George Gershwin with the famous tune "I got a rhythm".
1930s background music for video, slideshows, and vintage stories
Brass smiles, walking bass, and brushed drums. This collection of 1930s background music brings a warm, film-friendly vibe to travel pieces, family photo slideshows, brand clips, and period videos. It keeps voices clear and edits tidy while the style stays unmistakably vintage.
You will hear swing rhythm sections, clarinet and trumpet leads, stride and upright piano, light banjo or guitar comps. Think speakeasy charm without the noise floor. Try
“Friday Cheers” for lively montage cuts,
“Jazzy Friends” for openings and titles, and
“Full Moon In The Sky” when your edit needs an easy mid-tempo smile.
Featured composers:
Emilio Merone,
Eitan Epstein Music,
Manuel Ochoa. They write edit-ready cues with clean loop points and tidy endings.
Every download includes MP3 and WAV plus a license PDF for commercial use and client delivery. If you publish across multiple channels or collaborate with agencies, switch on the Hide Content ID filter. If you specifically need no copyright music for YouTube, that setting helps avoid automated claims and keeps multi-platform uploads smooth. Prefer a broadly familiar tone for mixed audiences, you will also find stock style options beside our best jazz & swing themes.
FAQ – 1930s Music
How do I get a 1930s feel without sounding cheesy?
Keep the harmony simple, let the rhythm section walk steadily, and use period colors like muted trumpet or clarinet sparingly. Avoid overdoing vinyl crackle unless the scene calls for it, then keep it subtle so dialogue remains clear.
What BPM works for slideshows versus quick social edits?
90–110 BPM feels relaxed for photo slideshows and voiceover. 115–130 BPM suits upbeat reels and title cards where cuts land on the downbeat. Place transitions just before the bar line for natural movement.
Should I choose instrumental beds or a song-like theme?
Instrumental is safest under narration. A short song hook helps openers and end cards. If your video has on-screen text, pick cues with gentle highs so names and captions stay readable.
Are original 1930s songs public domain now?
It depends on the composition and your region. Recordings often remain restricted even when a composition is older. To keep clearance simple, use our original cues designed for modern licensing with clear documentation.
Download royalty free 1930s background music for any use.