Music for advertising
Music is a vital ingredient in creating memorable, emotionally resonant advertising. Epidemic Sound offers the ultimate catalog for royalty-free, commercial-grade music. With over 50,000 tracks and 200,000 sound effects you're sure to find the right vibe for any ad.
Royalty-free background music for advertising
Looking for top-tier music for commercial use? We offer a wide range of high-quality, professionally composed tracks, updated daily by real artist worldwide.
Discover authentic, exclusive music built for advertising. Want to learn more about our Enterprise solution? Read more or contact sales directly.
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How you sound is just as important as how you look. Leverage your brand’s sonic branding to bolster customer recognition and solidify your brand identity through music.
Can you use royalty-free music for commercial use and advertising?
Yes of course! The music you obtain through us can be used in marketing or promotion for a brand or company as well as digital advertising. Make sure you sign up for a subscription that best suits your needs.
Which music can I use in my ads?
Advertising music can be complicated. The majority of the platforms require you to use music that you own the rights for. This can make it difficult to scale the number of ads while maintaining the authenticity of your content.
That’s the reason why so many global advertisers use Epidemic Sound for soundtracking their content. Our catalog can be used on all major platforms without ever needing to worry about copyright infringement.
What kind of music should I use for my ads?
The music you use depends on the theme of your video content. Find inspiration with our different themes playlists here, or check out our music for trailers and ads.
If you are searching for popular background music for videos, this page showcases great background music for videos.
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Frequently asked questions about our music for advertising
Is Epidemic Sound's music copyright-free?
No, Epidemic Sound's music is NOT copyright-free. Copyright exists so that the artists we collaborate with get paid fairly for their work.
Learn more about our license model and, if you're looking into ways to download our music or discover more of our songs, which are usually considered "copyright-free", check out our music page.
Do I need a license to use music in an ad?
Yes. You must obtain the appropriate license to legally use music in advertising. This ensures the rights holders are compensated and protects you from legal issues. With an Epidemic Sound subscription you can use our complete catalog of music and sound effects in your marketing activities.
What happens if I use music without a license?
Unauthorized use can result in content being taken down, legal action, fines, or reputational damage. With an Epidemic Sound subscription, you can use high-quality music in your productions while staying safe from copyright claims.
Can I use popular songs in my ad?
Only if you have secured the rights and licenses from both the copyright holder (usually a label or artist) and the publisher. This can be complex and expensive. With Epidemic Sound you get access to our full catalog, 100% safe from legal complexities.