Free music library by Kjartan Abel.

Free music library (Creative Commons) produced by Kjartan Abel. Perfect for YouTube videos, podcasts, films, and creative projects.

Welcome to Kjartan Abel’s Free Music library – a curated collection of Creative Commons-licensed music designed to elevate your creative projects. Whether you’re crafting a YouTube video, producing a podcast, or scoring a short film, you’ll find high-quality, royalty-free music to suit any mood or story. All tracks are available for free download under the CC BY-SA 4.0 license, ensuring they’re both versatile and easy to use. Explore an array of genres and styles, from atmospheric synthwave to cinematic soundscapes, and let the music inspire your next creation.

25 for 25

02:49

"25 for 25" is a free, dreamy Nordic-inspired track blending synthwave, downtempo, and ambient sounds. Perfect for games, YouTube videos, and creative projects.

78 PULSE

01:42
Ambient

78 PULSE: A dark, mysterious soundscape with pulsing rhythms and ethereal tones, perfect for creating suspenseful and introspective atmospheres.

A track called birthday

00:57
Ambient

Discover "A Track Called Birthday," a 57-second ambient masterpiece. Perfect for intros, it sets the mood with emotion and a twist at 32 seconds.

After the Flu

00:46
Ambient

Experience 'After the Flu,' a 46-second instrumental marvel. Perfect for filmmakers and YouTubers seeking a soothing, emotive backdrop for their scenes.

All Good Again

07:45
Ambient

"All Good Again," an ambient masterpiece perfect for setting the mood in film scenes. Dive into its calming soundscapes and minimalistic charm.

All I Did Was Wait For You

01:53
Pop

Discover "All I Did Was Wait For You," an upbeat track inspired by the bond between pets and humans. Perfect for podcasts, YouTube, and more.

Album cover for the track Allura - By Kjartan Abel

Allura

03:44
Mellow

Step into a Nordic saga with 'Allura', featuring Jillian Aversa's ethereal voice, blending mystery, nature, and myth into a captivating melody.

Altweibersommer

03:20
Ambient

Discover tranquility with 'Altweibersommer', a harmonious blend of ambient synths and gentle guitar, perfect for films, YouTube, and podcasts

Album cover art for "April Showers" - calm lo-fi piano music evoking a rainy scene.

April Showers

01:58
Lo-Fi

Gentle lo-fi piano music inspired by soft rain. Ideal background for YouTube, podcasts, and relaxing moments. CC BY-SA licensed.

Attention

03:55
Ambient

"Attention" is a gripping, suspenseful track perfect for cyberpunk, drones, action scenes, and dystopian storytelling. Feel the tension and escape the chase.

Berlin Town

02:21
electronic

Immerse yourself in Berlin Town, a retro-inspired synthwave track blending 80s synths and slow pop. Perfect for games and retrowave YouTube videos.

Blip Blop Tuesday

01:09
experimental music

Blip Blop Thursday – a quirky, upbeat track perfect for podcast intros, games, and creative projects.

Album cover art for Bosch's Garden - Mystical game music inspired by Hieronymus Bosch.

Bosch’s Garden

01:36
Ambient

Whispering creatures & mystical xylophone in a 1:30 track inspired by Bosch's Garden. Perfect for games & AI. CC BY-SA 4.0.

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track BossaNossa - Minimal Analog Synth Music.

BossaNossa

08:49
Minimalist

Immerse yourself in 'BossaNossa,' a hypnotic minimal analog synth journey, perfect for introspective listening and creative projects.

Crossed Path

0:57
Lo-Fi

Crossed Path is a lo-fi hip-hop instrumental evoking the escape from urban chaos to a breezy, carefree paradise. Perfect for relaxing or creative projects.

Cypher

05:45
Synthwave

Dive into 'Cypher,' a synthwave masterpiece blending retro vibes and cyberpunk energy. Perfect for neon nights, chillwave moments, and futuristic dreams.

Darkest Thursday

13:23
Ambient

Discover "Darkest Thursday", a haunting cinematic track perfect for sci-fi, horror, or fantasy projects. Add suspense and elevate your story today.

Duality

01:05
Electronic music

Enhance your content with "Duality," a CC BY-SA 4.0 minimalist track that builds hypnotically, perfect for podcast intros and YouTube videos.

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track "Election Time" - funky upbeat music featuring a robot holding a "Robots for president" sign.

Election Time

01:27
Pop

Inject energy into your project with this funky upbeat instrumental music! Perfect for podcasts, games, and videos. Royalty-free (CC BY-SA).

Flashlight

01:24
Ambient

Experience "Flashlight," an evolving ambient track perfect for epic driving scenes, landscapes, meditation, or podcasts. Create a moody and serene atmosphere.

Gonna be gone

02:38
Pop

Explore "Gonna Be Gone," a melodic synthwave track blending piano, crushed textures, and analog vibes. Perfect for podcasts or reflective moments.

Half past murder time

02:10
Lo-Fi

Create gripping tension with Half Past Murder Time's chilling piano and hip-hop-inspired rhythm.

Hold It Like That

01:13
electronic

Get ready to dance and sing along to "Baby, Hold It Like That", the upbeat and catchy tune that pays tribute to the art of pottery-making.

Album cover art for Homage - Hypnotic and Dreamy Ambient Music by Kjartan Abel. Features a stylized "KA" within a circle and a soundwave visual.

Homage

06:47
Ambient

Hypnotic ambient music for creative projects. Dreamy, evolving synthscape offers calming, hopeful sound. Royalty-free (CC BY-SA).

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track "In the Desert" - an epic cinematic ambient journey inspired by the Algerian Sahara and the vastness of space.

In the Desert

14:34
Ambient

Epic ambient journey through the Algerian Desert and vast space. Slowly evolving soundscape. CC BY-SA.

Album cover art for my track "Inside the Box Factory" - melancholic ambient soundtrack.

Inside the Box Factory

12:49
Ambient

With its melancholic tones and evocative atmosphere, Inside the Box Factory will elevate your project to new heights

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's "Japan Sky" featuring a stylized view from a skyscraper looking down on a cityscape, with the track title and a waveform display.

Japan Sky

01:19
Ambient

Ambient mystery unfolds in "Japan Sky." A haunting piano and subtle electronics create calm tension. CC BY-SA.

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track Kingdom of Darkness - Deep Focus Minimal House Music.

Kingdom of Darkness

17:11
Ambient

Relax and unwind with "Kingdom of Darkness." Soothing rhythms and minimalist melodies guide you to self-discovery and deep focus.

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track Meow Meow - Soulful electronic funk music inspired by a cat-like synth sound.

Meow Meow

01:13
Lo-Fi

"Meow Meow": Soulful electronic funk & hip-hop blend. Ideal for moody edits & deep, expressive storytelling.

Album cover art for Mysterious Things - Uplifting Synthwave Music by Kjartan Abel

Mysterious Things

01:31
Minimalist

Enhance your projects with "Mysterious Things" – an arpeggiated synthwave track perfect for intros, narratives, and uplifting atmospheres.

Album cover art for Noir - Minimalist cinematic piano music by Kjartan Abel.

Noir

01:04
Ambient

Discover Noir, a one-minute minimalist piano track perfect for podcasts, meditation, and emotional storytelling.

Album art for Outrun Boulevard - Dreamy Synthwave Music.

Outrun Boulevard

04:10
Synthwave

Dreamy synthwave "Outrun Boulevard" by Kjartan Abel. Pulsating synths & groovy beats for tech enthusiasts. CC BY-SA 4.0.

Album cover art for Kjartan Abel's track "Press Play on Tape" - retro synth pop with a vibrant energy.

Press Play on Tape

01:48
electronic

Get energized with Press Play on Tape, a retro-inspired dance track by Kjartan Abel. Perfect for video games, films, and creative projects.

Album cover for Project Nine by Kjartan Abel. Features a figure before a large clock merging with a space vortex, illustrating "Time is of the Essence Minimalist Tune." CC BY-SA.

Project Nine

04:51
Minimalist

a sparse yet melodic minimalist tune that was written to be used in sequences where time is of the essence.

Album cover art for my track Snabba Ladda - Energetic Pop Chipmusic. Features a stylized logo over a long-exposure nighttime city scene with light trails.

Snabba Ladda

01:55
Chipmusic

Experience the vibrant energy of Snabba Ladda, blending pop, chipmusic, and an upbeat tempo. Perfect for powering up your next creative project!

Album cover art for Stagepop featuring surprised faces and a soundwave visualization, indicating a catchy and exuberant pop-rock track.

Stagepop

01:50
Lo-Fi

Discover Stagepop, a groovy pop-rock track featuring upbeat rhythms, acoustic guitar, and dreamy Rhodes chords. Perfect for vibrant, life-affirming projects.

Album cover art for my track Stardust - Minimalist Piano Music for Emotional Video Projects.

Stardust

06:24
Ambient

Elevate your storytelling with "Stardust," a warm, reflective piano track perfect for filmmakers and creators. Ideal for emotional, introspective moments.

Album cover art for Sunny Dream - Warm, relaxing ambient music by Kjartan Abel.

Sunny Dream

01:12
Ambient

Escape to tranquility with Sunny Dream, a warm, one-minute ambient track featuring ethereal synths and soothing digital whale sounds. CC BY-SA.

Album cover art for Suspension - Pulsating Electro Ambient Music by Kjartan Abel.

Suspension

01:51
atmospheric

Discover "Suspension", a mellow yet pulsating electro ambient music track by Kjartan Abel. Perfect for podcasts, vlogs, and film. Creative Commons BY-SA.

Album cover art for There Will Be Stars - Haunting Ethereal Ambient Music.

There Will Be Stars

02:19
Ambient

Drift into the cosmic expanse with Kjartan Abel's "There Will Be Stars." This ethereal ambient music evokes mystery and wonder through its soundscape.

Album cover art for Thinking of Driving - Gentle Piano Music featuring a resting dog and soundwave visualizer.

Thinking of Driving

01:23
Mellow

Discover "Thinking of Driving," a serene piano piece perfect for films, podcasts, or relaxation. Add emotional depth to your project with this calming music.

Album cover art for To the Ocean - Dreamy ambient pop-R&B music dedicated "In Remembrance of a Loved One." Features a dog wearing a yellow sweater standing on a beach at sunset or sunrise.

To the ocean

04:57
Mellow

"To the Ocean" in Eb major offers serene vocals and piano for a reflective, peaceful, yet melancholic mood. A tender memorial. CC BY-SA.

A lone figure with a kite stands on a windswept Nordic landscape under a dramatic sky. White text reads "WHISPERS" at the top. A circular logo with stylized "KA" and a waveform graphic are featured. Below, the Creative Commons BY-SA license is indicated.

Whispers

01:55
Ambient

Find Creative Commons music for video. "Whispers" by Kjartan Abel: reflective Nordic saxophone and piano. CC BY-SA.

Winter scene on the cover of Kjartan Abel's "Winterstorm I," an ambient soundscape available under CC BY-SA.

Winterstorm I

03:06
Ambient

Download "Winterstorm I," a free ambient cinematic soundscape by Kjartan Abel (CC BY-SA). Perfect for evocative and spacious moods in documentaries, podcasts, and games.

Winterstorm II

15:09
Ambient

Discover a serene calm ambient soundscape ideal for nature visuals, reflective podcasts, and meditation. Explore its spacious calm.

Album cover art for my track You Told Me - Dreamy Synthwave Music.

You Told Me

03:48
Progressive House

"You Told Me": Dreamy synthwave with uplifting retro vibes by Kjartan Abel. Great for night drives, gaming, & chill. CC BY-SA.