Based in Chicago, Award-winning composer Hans Bolex writes music for TV, film, and internet content. From Billboard-charting Dance music to sublime Ambient soundscapes, his credits include placements in such high profile programming as The Office, Law & Order, The Mentalist, Smallville, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Bernie Mac Show, and many other TV shows. Some of Hans' other credits include the score for Manga Entertainment's feature-length Japanese animae "GhostSweeper Mikami" and the theme music for HBO's "Kickin' It with Byron Allen."
Energetic, positive & uplifting, this original Christmas composition (also suitable for year round use) captures the essence of what makes Christmas a special celebration. Starting with strumming acoustic guitar, sleigh bells, drums, hand-claps, and eventually a full band joins in to drive it home! Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Pop
One of Mozart's most famous compositions as recorded by the Chicago Symphonic Residencia. This fully orchestrated classic features strings, woodwinds and percussion, The four-movement work opens with bright allegro in sonata form, a slow, lyrical second movement followed by a minuet and brisk rondo. Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Opening with a clean electric strum which evolves to an intense full band backing, the natural build in the song's arrangement can provide a rough structure for telling stories. The Edge's influence is apparent from the get as the muted picking guitar is featured. Energetic and edgy. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Using the unique sound of the Dobro guitar, this quintessential American Blues piece is straight from the Mississippi river delta. The piece opens as a vivid blues guitar solo and evolves into a four-piece, small ensemble. Authentic American blues played by a master Blues guitarist! Instrumental, Blues, Delta Blues
Pulsing, driving electro-house with four-on-the-floor kick and deep groove sonics, combined with light-hearted top-line melody setting off the perfect 'storm' of dance music assault! The throbbing bass and stylized drum production contribute to this monster track whenever the need arises for POWER. Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
Dance track with contemporary production techniques, married to an Eastern-influenced lead melody. From the very top this track's four-on-the-floor driving drum section pumps out a strong and aggressive theme, while the Eastern influence is expressed through the main melody. Instrumental, World Music, Asian World Fusion
Super-energized sonic hard trance with cutting edge production and dynamic mix. Starting with a deceptive 'soft' launch, the track throttles into high hear:04 out of the box! With sonically PHAT drum kit, electro-ensemble and dynamic changes, this aggro thriller will pump juice into any scene! Instrumental, Electronic, Breakbeat
Indy pop rock guitar harmonics/melody, evolving into full rock ensemble presentation. The 'B' section is a notable breakdown with drums and percussion pulled, and features a guzhang (Chinese plucked instrument) with a seamless stylized change. Momentum returns post-break and vamps to the big finish, Instrumental, Indie Rock, Power Pop
Acoustic guitars and piano complement this energized Americana classic. Rolling down the highway with the top down and the stereo jacked, "Heartland" is the perfect theme for the unrivaled experience of the open road! Instrumental, Americana, Americana
All-out hard-driving electro rave, battle-tested and ready for ACTION. Deep grinding electro-bass shanks the humongous DRUM KIT as they dance together in a minuet of death and destruction. it's pretty hard-core stuff that will pump LIFE into any scenes or sequences which accompany it. Instrumental, Dance, Eurodance
Hard-driving electronic dance groove with dynamic mix featuring multiple edit points, SFX and tripped-out transitions. Inspired by the endless nights of rave parties in Iceland (during the time of year when the sun goes out), the pumping bass and effervescent top lines immerse the listener. Instrumental, Electronic, Electroclash
High-powered rhythm electro-jam ignites this hard-driving track from the first BEAT. "Ignition" titled because of the absolute starting power of this track as a grinding synth line and deep-pulse bassline emerge simultaneously at the top and never look back. BIG NRG here! Instrumental, Dance, Eurodance
Written at the height of the pandemic, the track opens with a dramatic dreamy melody and slowly pulsing bass, the ghostly guitar accents serve to punctuate and carry as intensity builds and evolves - mimicking the "spread" in a hauntingly beautiful way. Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
Unique jazzy-acoustic composition performed on classical nylon-stringed guitar, but with popping funky bass, a Hammond organ and a Cuban brass section, and well, you've got fusion with a capital F. The piece is both intriguing and captivating - perfect for those hard-to-fill placements! Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Atmospheric build to driving electro-pop. Sequenced rhythm elements match drum beats with laid-over far-eastern wind instrument melody. Arpeggiating sequence opens and evolves to full electro-pop, with 'B' section providing indy rock relief - unique and beautiful! Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
Starting out with stylistic finger-picking, the momentum builds as acoustic bass and rhythm is added, climaxing with a mashup of electro-sonic percussion and the elegant resonance of the fine wood alchemy which comprise quality acoustic, Instrumental, Acoustic, Acoustic (pending cat.)
Opens with breezy guitar strum & pick, under an airy chordal ambience and kick. This small ensemble is joined by an adventurous guitar solo likened to an intrepid traveler, with influences from both Hawaii and contemporary Americana. Easy on the ears and driving from top to tail. Instrumental, World Music, Pan-World Fusion
Light it up with this high-energy dance-pop anthem. 4x4 kick and deep-pulse bass carry the rhythm while a white-hot synth plays the infectious melody line. Dynamic mix replete with breaks, breakdowns and well-placed sound fx engage listeners from top to tail. Instrumental, Dance, Dance-Pop
Emotionally charged piano open presents the motif, and gradually builds throughout until climax. This clear proclamation of love for only one other features beautiful chord progression and unforgettable main melody. The small ensemble makes an EPIC sounding impassioned statement! Instrumental, Pop, New Romantic
Classic Power Pop executed flawlessly and inspiring! The BIG BEAT that drives the track opens and simply does NOT stop. The pop-guitar power-chords are hooky and easy on the ears. The pairing of the two make for an engaging and entertaining music bed which will HOOK your audience and not let go... Instrumental, Rock, 90s Rock
Down-tempo emotionally evocative dream-weaver, this piece moves at it's own pace as it evolves through several clearly-defined emotions and instrument combinations. Overall it's melancholic and derivative of blues scaling, but by way of it's unique electronic content is simply in a class of its own, Instrumental, Lounge, Chillout
BIG Beat aggro drums open this uplifting R&B groove, and straight into the full groove with bass, guitars, and synth keys. Joined by a compact ensemble and nifty production effects, this track will drive even the most mundane of subject matters, and engage your audience. Instrumental, RnB, Blue-Eyed Soul
Deep grooving electronica with a pumping mid-section and transitional effects, wrapped into a dynamic mix offering multiple edit points, breaks and break downs to keep viewers engaged from top to tail. Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
Deep grooving electronica with a pumping mid-section and transitional effects, wrapped into a dynamic mix offering multiple edit points, breaks and break downs to keep viewers engaged from top to tail. Instrumental, Dance, Electro House
Funky, hip-hoppy multi-rythmic driver with tons of energy and a dynamic mix which engages the listener from top to tail. Contemporary broadcast cue with memorable melodies, deep rhythms and production-friendly arrangement. Instrumental, Action, Action Moderate RnB
Triumphant, Indie rock vocal performance which will knock your boots off. The mellow key (DX7) intro feigns what follows for at the:25 mark, inspiration and overwhelming vocal force takes over along with sustained-rock chord backing track which provides direction for the rest of this:60 powerhouse. Female Vocals, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
BIG BEAT aggro drum open this happy R&B slice, and like all good slices it gets better as you go... Joined by a compact ensemble and nifty production effects, this track will drive even the most mundane of subject matters, as well as engage audiences from top to tail. Instrumental, RnB, Blue-Eyed Soul
DEEP, Rhythmic Electro-funk with electronic highlights. Post-modern drum kit with 909 drops and REAL SLAP BASS, accompanied by keys and sound effects in a dynamic, driving mix which builds from start to finish. Instrumental, RnB, Electro-Soul
GET DOWN with the solid R&B sounds of Soul Sister! Mid-tempo rhythm and blues featuring a LIVE performance of retro FUNK from the golden era like the Commodores, Stevie Wonder and Funkadelic. Smooth Fender Rhodes keys and a funky clavinet driven by live drums and funk-slapping bass! Mixed Vocals, RnB, Chicago Soul
Orchestral and jazz elements combine to create anticipation and to introduce a "big event" or major announcement - BIG BEAT and orchestral brass sections top off the instrumentation. An arpeggiating piano line accompanied by percussive instruments gives the piece momentum going into the main body. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Rhythmic acoustic guitar strum opens then detours down Funky Lane, as electric slap bass joins the party along with a simple funky drum beat.... This ensemble builds over the course of the piece and before long you've got a steamy brew of the Funky Strummer. Take a sip! Instrumental, Americana, Americana
Wah-wah guitar applied in leads, rhythms and effect, hence the Wizard of WAHS! Futuristic production framed by classic funky wah-wah guitar licks. The drama begins with a drum and bass pulse, and WAH-WAH guitar added incrementally, first as an accent then as a rhythm and finally in lead role. Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
Opening with dark, vocal drone and joined by an EPIC kick and snare combo, this uber-dramatic original sets the stage for mystery, fear, drama or horror. As it develops, a memorable top-line guitar melody states the obvious: this music delivers listeners to a scary place. Solid beat and dynamics. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dramatic Chase
Driving, eclectic hip-hop! Orchestral string section provides the main melody in this stylistic mash-up of Classical string music & Hip-Hop! Attention-grabbing stylistic string motif opens & quickly dives into a funky, beat-based urban dance track. Dynamic mix engages listeners from top to tail! Instrumental, Hip Hop, Dramatic Hip Hop
Rock-solid rhythm sections accompanied by electric organ, brass & horn sections, along with varietal guitars deliver lively and uplifting contemporary reggae! Drums and bass intertwined and patterned after the famed Sly & Robbie Dunbar duo throw down the basis for this perfectly-pulsing power drive, Instrumental, Action, Thriller Surf Rock
Rock-solid rhythm sections accompanied by electric organ, brass & horn sections, along with varietal guitars deliver lively and uplifting contemporary reggae! Drums and bass intertwined and patterned after the famed Sly & Robbie Dunbar duo throw down the basis for this perfectly-pulsing power drive, Instrumental, Reggae, Contemporary Reggae
Contemporary broadcast cue with memorable melodies, deep rhythms and production-friendly arrangement. Drones at top evolve to rhythms and mallet-type synths which carry the melody. Dynamic changes in the mix engage listener from top to tail. Instrumental, Electronic, Electro Ambient
Rock-solid rhythm sections accompanied by electric organ, brass & horn sections, along with varietal guitars deliver lively and uplifting contemporary reggae! Drums and bass intertwined and patterned after the famed Sly & Robbie Dunbar duo throw down the basis for this perfectly-pulsing power drive, Instrumental, Reggae, Contemporary Reggae
Emotional expression of melancholy or lonely soul, by way of slowly pulsing chords, sub-harmonic bass, strings, clavinet and heart-rending original sounds produced by synth. Touching and gentle, this evocative piece will engage your listeners from top to tail. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Electronic
Dramatic, evocative atmosphere created via droning chords, pulsing bass and straight deep rhythmic section. The piece evolves from the top as chords shift, instruments are added, and the dynamic mix breaks down and builds back up. Instrumental, Electronic, Psybient
Deep, Dark apocalyptic rhythmic pulse. Emotionally wrecked saxophone improvises over the pulse. Track intensifies toward the end, then drops down to a evocative sax close. Instrumental, Dangerous, Apprehensive Music
Contemporary broadcast cue with memorable melodies, deep rhythms and production-friendly arrangement. This super-energized driving electro dance piece grabs and holds listeners' attention from the first beat! The arrangement and mix come complete with dynamic stops and breakdowns. Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
Hip-hop/Rap music bed featuring modern drum & rhythm section, phat bass line and guitar, strings and piano. Dramatic minor key moves to modulation mid-track, and mix is replete with breakdowns, breaks and sound effects to motivate edit. Instrumental, Hip Hop, Dramatic Hip Hop
Rock-solid rhythm sections accompanied by electric organ, brass & horn sections, along with varietal guitars deliver lively and uplifting contemporary reggae! Drums and bass intertwined and patterned after the famed Sly & Robbie Dunbar duo throw down the basis for this perfectly-pulsing power drive, Instrumental, Reggae, Contemporary Reggae
Contemporary broadcast cue with memorable melodies, deep rhythms and production-friendly arrangement. Pulsing synth builds it's way into an anthem for the ages! Fun building of pulse, while awaiting the inevitable 4 x 4 drum beats! Instrumental, Science Fiction, Time Travel
Contemporary broadcast cue with memorable melodies, deep rhythms and production-friendly arrangement. This laid back new age-ish jazz piece is relatively mellow, yet still provides all the drive your production needs to get from point A to point B. Brass section, percussion breaks and strings. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Contemporary compact production, transitioning to a solid industrial groove with bass and synth/sfx rounding out the underscore. Polyphonic tribal rhythms drive the momentum into overdrive and down again, accompanied by guitar riffs and orchestral flourishes! Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
With a four-on-the-floor kick drum and a funky phat bass-line, this infectious dance-funk will drive action until the floorboards shake loose! Live and real rhythm guitar and brass sections provide memorable melodies and accents within the multiple-edit-point arrangement. Multiple edits and mixes. Instrumental, Dance, Nu-Disco
Floating atmospheres, slowing evolving into a variety of sonic textures, accented by fretless bass riffs and subtle percussive touches. Lengthy cue makes for multiple uses or one long progressive cue: a flexible piece that can be utilized over and over again without sounding repetitious. Instrumental, New Age, Atmospheres
