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    A haunting orchestral piece where deep, rumbling percussion and dissonant synth strings build a tense ..
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    Great for mystery, horror, supernatural and dramatic trailers, films and royalty free video games music.
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    Ideal for drone footage or natural scenery, or any type of haunting video, such as horror themes or chilling scenes.
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    This cinematic horror music is suitable for films and video games, horror background music..
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    Perfect for horror-themed videos, haunted houses, spooky trailers, games, or Halloween parties.
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    This is a scary and suspenseful track, full of horror and fear.
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    Perfect for thrillers and horror projects, as well as any other production looking for a unique dark soundtrack.
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    An ominous, dark, scary horror theme, horror royalty free music..
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    A sad and melancholic melody with an evocative sci-fi feel.
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    This track is perfect for Halloween horror movies, intense slasher scenes, or any kind of visual representation of a ghostly apparition or scary creatures.
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    Ideal for horror, creepy thriller, suspense or dark detective genres as well.
    Boogeyman by Emilio Merone
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    A single, repetitive piano lead stalks through the shadows, its simple melody becoming increasingly , horror stock music..
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    It is hybrid electronics / orchestral horror theme perfectly suited to create tension, suspense and a dark feel.
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    This music would suit projects about horror movies, dark music genres, and urban culture - great for Halloween parties.
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    Perfect for psychological thrillers, crime dramas, war documentaries with the main theme about assassinations, victims, terror and horror.
    Scary Night by Ozgurmmp
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    Perfect for horror-themed videos, haunted houses, spooky trailers, games, or Halloween parties, music for horror videos..
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    Timely clock sounds over-laid with chimes, strings and low spooky oboe combine to provide a mysterious clockwork horror style track suitable for spooky build-ups and scenes of tension or suspense.
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    Works well on sci-fi, horror and mystery.
    Magical Haunted Waltz by Ozgurmmp
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    Spooky and mysterious Halloween waltz with cinematic orchestral instruments.
    Chilly Night by Michael Musco
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    This track is great for any scene involving horror, drama, mystery, film, television, video game, unsolved mysteries, mind-reading, horror villains, creepiness, Halloween, and anything spooky, horror instrumental music..
    The Gods by Dopestuff
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    Gritty and serious trap hip-hop track driven by heavy beats, deep 808 basslines, and eerie melodic ..
    Back For Revenge by AG Music
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    Lots of different layers to give your sound depth and texture, this track is great for a wide range of horror and thriller scenes.
    Dark Distraction by Michael Musco
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    A perfect compliment to any horror scene or suspenseful plot twist.
    Epic Journey to Hell by Jon Wright
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    Perfect for horror/drama trailers that need impact or as an underscore for your Halloween production, .
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    Royalty free horror background music for films, trailers, and games

    Dark, tense, and easy to shape in the edit. This collection of horror music leans on low strings, drones, warped pianos, bowed metals, and ticking pulses. It sets dread for short films, found-footage videos, spooky reels, Halloween promos, and game scenes where tension needs to build without stealing the frame.

    Use a quiet instrumental bed for dialogue, then add rises or hits for reveals. Loops keep timing simple on 15, 30, and 60 second cuts. Try “Creepy Horror Theme” for creeping background, “Tense Chase” for trailer mids, and “Sinners Hill” for jump-cut buttons. Featured composers include Jon Wright, Erick McNerney, and EdRecords.

    Each royalty free download includes MP3/WAV and a license PDF for client delivery. Posting to YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok, enable the Hide Content ID filter. If you need no copyright horror music for YouTube, that switch helps avoid claims and keeps uploads smooth. You can buy in seconds, use stock music loops for timing, and download clean edits for fast handoff.

    FAQ – Horror Music

    Can I use this music in monetized YouTube videos and Shorts?
    Yes, the license allows commercial use on your channel. Keep music under dialogue, add a short button ending, and your edits will feel clean on mobile and desktop.

    Is it cleared for film festivals, OTT platforms, and broadcast TV?
    The license covers screenings and online distribution. Keep the license PDF with your project files and credits, and you’re set for submissions and deliveries.

    Can I play these tracks at live shows, haunted houses, or theater?
    Venue playback is fine for events and stage cues. Build a simple show file with loopable sections and stingers for scene changes and blackout hits.

    Is horror music appropriate for children’s parties or school events?
    Use lighter cues with soft drones and minimal dissonance. Avoid jump-scare hits and sudden rises, and keep levels low to protect young ears.

    What works best for TikTok/Reels: 15s, 30s, or 60s?
    Short formats like a 4–8 bar hook land fast. Add a tiny rise into the cut and finish with a tidy button, so captions and titles read clearly.

    Can one theme cover a series of videos or episodes?
    Yes—pick a main bed plus a sting and an alt. Rotate them across cold opens, transitions, and end cards to keep a consistent sound without fatigue.

    May I use the tracks in client work for multiple deliverables?
    Client projects are allowed across edits, cuts, and aspect ratios. Save the license PDF with the project handoff so approvals move quickly.

    Can I edit, remix, or add vocals to fit my scene?
    You can cut, loop, and layer to picture. Don’t resell the music by itself; keep it embedded in your film, trailer, stream, or event playback.

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