Worldbeat is a music genre that primarily refers to a blending of Western pop music with traditional/folk or world music influences. The term is similar by definition to other category labels that refer to a cross pollination of contemporary and roots genres, and which suggest a rhythmic, harmonic or textural contrast between its modern and ethnic elements.
Short Japanese inspired track with ethnic instruments and a flavour of the east. Brimming with ethnic sounds such as Koto, Tambra and shakuachi. The track builds into a nice warm resolution. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
Traditional South African Tribal elements mixed with modern western dance music. Smooth male and female vocals make for a Harmonious and mellow track, Jeff Woodall, Instrumental, African, South Africa
Limbo Calypso - A lilting, Caribbean melody played on steel drums and underpinned by a laid-back bassline. Features an uplifting, 'sunshine' chorus depicting islands such as Trinidad, Jamaica, Cayman and Barbados. Instrumental, Tropical, Calypso
As if inspired by an exotic alien place, this track fuses elements of African sounds and styles with futuristic synthesizer arpeggios. Melodic, ethnic electronica. Instrumental, African, African Traditional
(DECEMBER 2013) Our December Editor's Choice Award goes to a divine remix of an extremely popular North American Christmas song, combining joyful vocals and a jazzy fusion of Brazilian Samba rhythms and indigenous instruments -- spreading holiday love all around the world...Joyous Brazilian Samba arrangement of the classic Christmas Carol Joy To The World features group vocals, infectious street Samba rhythms, horn section, guitar, bass, and keyboards. Celebrate Christmas and get your Samba dance on all at the same time. Families, kids enjoying festive holiday parties, Mixed Vocals, Christmas, Jazz Vocals
Authentic Massai chants, female village choir over Authentic African Drums, African Kalimba & Percussion complimented by beautiful ethereal background textures. Brings Africa to life in music blending two cultures. Great for African documentaries, shows, Film & TV and anything relating to Africa. Mixed Vocals, African, African Contemporary
Instrumental world/pop track with Syrian female singer, duduk and shakuhachi. Drums, percussion, guitars, hammond and chapman bass produce an overall sensuous pop feel with exotic middle eastern flavor. Great for documentaries, travel channels and driving, passion, romance. Buddha Bar, Cafe del Mar. Female Vocals, New Age, Ethnic Fusion
Small desert village in the Middle-East, small shops, souks, rug traders, snake charmers, erotic belly dancers. Opening film credits, soundtrack, bold Travel Channel, Ali Baba, Tomb Raider, fantasy, desesrt intrigue, spying, drug runners, cartel corruption, film/game with middle-east/exotic scenery, Female Vocals, Middle East, Middle-East
Meditative and peaceful instrumental with chinese musical elements. Ideal soundtrack for "The Last Emperor II" or some Feng Shui documentary, epic romantic drama, travel channel, big road show. Dreamy atmospheric elegant and alluring. Exotic Asian fantasy, fashion show, the silk road, great wall, Instrumental, Chinese, Chinese New Age
This versatile feel good piece evokes warm tradewinds and beautiful girls dancing on the beach, though it works great for any happy, festive application. Classical rhythm guitar, energetic ukulele lead & latin percussion make it perfect for ads, promos, trailers & underscore that need island charm. Instrumental, Pop, Acoustic Pop
(APRIL 2012) Winner of our Editor's Choice Award for April 2012, this song is gifted with one of the most beautiful, exotic and masterful female vocal performances we have ever heard, utilizing an unusual warbling vibrato vocal technique that captures the very essence of the genre.Excellent dreamy atmospheric background music for restaurants commercials documentary travel hotels desert scenes or exotic cinematic productions. Tranquil & mellow. Female Vocals, Middle East, Anasheed Contemporary
Burning, high energy salsa instrumental. Sizzling brass section, trumpets, trombones, saxophones and a killer flute solo. With a full compliment of latin percussion, punchy timbale hits with a driving piano montuno groove, the listener will want to move. Think Dancing With The Stars! Miami Heat, Instrumental, Dance, Latin Freestyle
A deep, emotive, World / Ethnic / Ancient earth type track with sorrowful strings, mystical ethnic elements, and available with or without a sorrowful female vocal. A place of beauty and sorrow, deep memories. A steady, ethnic beat provides a nerve and a tension. Instrumental, Middle East, Middle-East
A middle eastern, Arabian sounding, epic, highly dramatic piece, featuring eastern chant vocals, large drums and percussion section, strings, choir and other ethnic instruments. After a foreboding, tense opening section, the main percussion and chant part comes in at about 52 seconds into the track. Instrumental, Middle East, Contemporary Dramatic
This evocative and beautiful female singing and chanting to rhythmic percussion is perfect for anasheed productions. Excellent dreamy atmospheric background music for restaurants commercials documentary, travel, hotels desert scenes or exotic cinematic productions, Female Vocals, Middle East, Anasheed Contemporary
Uplifting African music with powerful native children’s chorus and rhythmic percussion. Great safari, adventure, African scenes, travel channel, documentaries. A Kenyan Rhythm based drumming tribal track. Tourism, TV Epic Action Films and Commercials, PBS African ambience, Survival Nature Warriors, Childrens Vocals, African, Swahili
A short, traditional Hawaiian style track, complete with coconut percussion, slowly swaying rhythm and twangy guitar. Available as a 20-second track, or a seamless music loop. Instrumental, Hawaiian, Hawaii
West African style acoustic Guitar Duo piece, with sun-kissed melody, steady rhythmic comping and tropical ambience. Exudes sunshine, idyllic beach scenes, the tropics, sea, islands, smiles, sunsets/sunrises. For Travel shows/documentaries/films/adverts. Raw and pure production adds authenticity. Instrumental, African, African Contemporary
Exciting contemporary atmospheric track featuring Gongs, bowls, bells & gentle flute melodies. Atmospheric Great for Retail, romance, ethnic, exotic travel documentary, relaxation, TV Film commercials travel, Asian & China tourism. Instrumental, Chinese, Chinese New Age
Authentic African drum ensemble playing rhythms that are native to the country. Could be used for Safari scenes; Also would work for the concrete jungle; A narrative could easily go over this as there is no melody. Instrumental, African, African Drums
A hot, upbeat Latin Salsa song featuring very melodic brass section and driving percussion. Intro and middle section breaks down to a traditional Cuban Guaguanco jam that adds a flavorful mix. Great for tropical scenes, clubs, exciting nightlife. High intensity dance party, celebration, fiesta, Instrumental, Tropical, Salsa
Atmospheric soundscape building to beautiful and emotive anthem. Powerful drums/percussion. Strong tribal piece, ethnic chanting, indigenous instruments. Sense of power and majesty, a vibrant village celebration. Travelscape, documentary, soundtrack or movie trailer. See Africa for additional mixes. Male Vocals, African, Uganda
Kid Salsa - A fun singalong theme for children's TV or entertainment. A vibrant, happy, holiday atmosphere with a samba percussion breakdown at 1:16 where everyone can join in. Bouncy beach party, light-hearted commercial, sweet salsa, opening credits, theme song, sitcom, island cruise, beachwear, Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
Large Hans Zimmer film score tribal drums like Pearl Harbor (similar to King Kong, Passion of the Christ, District 9). Uses: jungle, Polynesian, villages, African, nature shows, Discovery Channel, survival, off-road advertising, transitions. Subwoofer pounding drums, primitive jungle atmosphere, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate World Beat
Dramatic, sexy, sultry, classic tango ala "Scent of a Woman" (Al Pacino). Piano, Violin, and string ensemble. Romantic and sophisticated. Argentina and Buenos Aires style. Sensuous, enchanting, steamy, and wrought with passion! Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
A high energy salsa instrumental. Sizzling trombone section with a full complement of latin percussion, punchy timbale hits with a driving piano montuno groove. Ballroom dancing, Dancing with the Stars, Caribbean celebration, Miami Heat, Tropical Latin Cuban Music. Many mixes, loops and stings too! Instrumental, Tropical, Salsa
Energetic EDM tune with punchy basslines and kicks. A catchy melodic part is followed by a long build up to the main drop. The main part is a strong 4/4 rhythm with a very punchy jackhammer like bass and heavy kick. Playful and full of rhythmic bass switch up the track is engaging and energetic. Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
Smooth, meaningful Middle Eastern track depicting the 'rock palace' in Yemen. Features a duduk melody, with Santoor, Dumbek, and Strings. Downtempo, moody, and thoughtful with a mid-tempo middle section that picks up the pace a little before returning to the theme. Atmospheric and thoughtful. Instrumental, Middle East, Saudi Arabia
Exquisite, Passionate & magnificent Contemporary orchestral African Track. Amazingly emotive & poignant female vocals. Epic, Spellbinding and rousing. This track will lift any of your productions to the next level, Pedro Bestidas, Instrumental, African, African Contemporary
Turkish inspiration with violin, strings, oud, and arabic percussion. Very exotic with mystery and romance stories. Spiritual dance Turkish perfect for creative and commercial productions uses. Middle East European music. Sexy dancing background for mistery trailer. Ethno world and multicultural. Instrumental, Middle East, Arabic Pop
Egyptian/Turkish sounding String section with a Dance groove. Good for adventure/action music or Holiday/travel show. Can easily be looped into longer sections. Middle eastern Theme and Electronic crossover. Hip Ethnic Fashion. Fitness and Aerobics. Instrumental, Middle East, Middle-East
Taking exotic flavors and moods of middle eastern styles and inspiration from the 'Kiterunner'. A fast blend of percussion, eastern guitars gives a powerful ethnic fusion theme for documentary/commercial/cinematic. Elegant exciting alluring and exotic. Romantic drama, chase scene, action thriller, Instrumental, Middle East, Middle-East
Uplifting latin style groove with lively percussion, trumpets and Cuban piano. Feel the summertime vibe. Great for salsa dancing, travel channel, holiday and leisure, street carnival and party scenes. Instrumental, Tropical, Salsa
Blending Eastern/Oriental moods and instruments with more modern, western rhythms, this exotic chillout track features tabla, flute and Sarangi. Instrumental, Indian, Indian Dramatic
An epic hybrid trailer track with larger than life hits. Huge bass stabs that are heavily distorted yet have warm analog quality. The track is reminiscent of Tron soundtrack with melodic synthesizer elements and huge orchestra accompaniment. Instrumental, Action, Impending Electro-Orch
An Edgy electronic based theme with Cinematic sensibilities using traditional Tribal Percussion along with Piano, Drums, Electronic pads, Electric Guitar, and Sound effects. Instrumental, Action, Impending Tribal
An epic Drum 'n Bass tune with tons of energy and speed. This track has a larger than life build up to the main drop. Twisting basslines, busy synthlines and hyper energetic rhythm make this track perfect for fight scenes, car chases, extreme sports and much more. Instrumental, Electronic, Electro Hop
A slow and disturbing piece with strings, starting quietly building up with drums, ney flute and African percussion. Great for film and TV in haunting situations, anxiety & fear during waiting moments. World, Mystery, Drama, Thriller genres. Desperate displaced Africans, encampments & settlements, Instrumental, African, African Dramatic
A short Chinese Dizi (flute) track perfect for Ringtones. Happy springtime music, Chinese New Years Romance, romantic comedy, travel, cooking show. To accompany nature scenes, gardens and water. Beautiful and nostalgic, harvest time, family scenes of joy. Instrumental, Chinese, Chinese New Years
Sultry Tango for solo guitar and percussion. Sensual, exotic & beautiful with a hip rhythmic groove. Use this track for romantic scenes, cooking shows, or websites needing a sultry Spanish flavor. Sexy. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
Atmospheric soundscape building to beautiful and emotive anthem. Powerful drums/percussion. Strong tribal piece, ethnic chanting, elegant movements, indigenous instruments. Sense of power and majesty, a vibrant village celebration. Travelscape, documentary. See African Soundscape for extra mixes. Male Vocals, African, Uganda
Inspired by fundamental uprise, an eerie D&B fusion with North African percussions, mysterious oud bites & original vocal chants set a threatening scene for world news, documentary, film underscore. News of the world, CNN, Al Jazeera, Syria Human rights watch, political events, police state, torture, Instrumental, Middle East, Egypt
This is a typical upbeat, fast calypso tune featuring the steel drums. The harmonies are simple, but interesting, and there is a lively improvised steel pan solo near the end. Fun happy festive music. Families and kids enjoying a sunny day at the beach, swaying palm trees, ocean waves. Instrumental, Tropical, Steel Drums
A french cafe' accordion waltz with a light swinging feel. A bustling continental mood and a playful accordion solo. Great for travel scenes, travel documentary, romantic comedy, chic cooking show, kitchen scene, France. A fast 3/4, light touch. Bass, piano, and drums (brushes). Bon vivant! Instrumental, European, France
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