Modern rock is term commonly used to describe a rock music format found on American commercial radio. Generally beginning with late 1970s punk but referring especially to any rock music of the 1980s, 1990s or 2000s, the phrase "modern rock" is used to differentiate the music from "classic rock", which focuses upon music recorded in the 1960s and 1970s. More specifically, it is usually used to describe a "radio-friendly" variation of alternative rock. Many rock radio stations now refer to their format as modern rock. Modern rock stations primarily play current artists like an active rock station would, but active rock radio stations also mix their current music with classic rock. Modern rock ...
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This epic rock guitar track is high energy piece that builds from the beginning into an emotional uplifting groove. Perfect for commercials, video, and sports. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A youth / teenage oriented, contemporary soft-rock track. After-school feel. Good for TV, commercials, film, drama, any visual presentations, really. UK melodic rock sound, with piano, guitars, acoustic drums. Emotional and inspiring. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
This modern rock piece has an upbeat, confident attitude. Features guitars and driving drums. Perfect for promos, underscore, sports and commercials. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Melodic pop-rock, A piano led light rock / alternative rock track with an upbeat tempo and an energetic feel, Positive and uplifting, this track has a real sense of movement and energy, Inspiring and purposeful, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Prepare yourself for a gritty, bluesy, slow grooving, guitar filled journey in the style of The Black Keys! This captures the anthemic 'every man' mentality and is perfect for any project needing a dose of blues inspired rock. Filled with dirty guitars and plenty of attitude. Rough and edgey. Indie. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Slow dark instrumental alternative rock song. Instrumentation includes electric guitar, bass guitar, and percussion. Could be used as background music or the introduction/ credits for a TV show or film. Sounds like music that would be on a reality TV show or news commercial. Relaxed and chill. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Hard rockin' song about trying to break up while wondering if the romance is really over. Great Club music, very danceable. The #2 Most Downloaded Band on MySpace in June 2008, Male Vocals, Rock, Modern Rock
Intense metal rock track with male vocals. Electric guitar, bass guitar, and heavy drum set accompany the vocals. Lyrics discuss failing love destroying someone's life and a dying heart needs love to survive. Appropriate for dark gothic films involving break ups and depression following breakups. Male Vocals, Rock, Modern Rock
Looking for a Foo Fighters song such as 'The Pretender' or 'Monkey Wrench'? Here is the perfect substitute! It captures the Foo Fighter's hard hitting vibe of many guitars and very high octane energy. Perfect for video and audio projects as it has multiple energy levels and an exciting ending. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Hard hitting Modern rock, Sports, Action rock, intense guitar heavy guitar riffage a la Tool and Disturbed, Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle. Great for sports, action and car chases, source music and credits, etc. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
This edgy swagger rock groove exudes a slightly raunchy, sultry, fun vibe. Crunchy electric guitars set the nasty tone while funky snappy drums and slap bass lend a solid foundation. Cool bridge breakdown features light horns. Great for anything that needs a dose of attitude. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A powerful rock track, with an extremely catchy main guitar riff, and vocals delivered with honest angst and passion. A modern, big rocker with massive drums, powerful bass and angry guitars in the vein of bands like the Foo Fighters and Audioslave. For action scenes, car chases & extreme sports! Male Vocals, Rock, Modern Rock
A positive upbeat rock song. Powerful and motivating. It builds and rocks. Perfect for Movie, TV, Commercial or Video. Full Track, 60, 30 and 15 second edits available. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A simple Coldplay "Clocks" type piano arpeggio starts, then joined by epic guitars, drums and pulsing bass which lift the track to new dynamic peaks. A classic bold, motivational, confident band performance, perfect for Corporate video, TV, Film, Sports, website, documentary and contemporary drama. Instrumental
Intense open aired folk rock track, both acoustic and electric guitars are present. Sports and adventure ambience present here in a strong and pulsating track. Powerful and inspiring in looking forward to encourage and motivate people to cross their limits, to unite and explore new horizons. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A strong and motivational pop/rock track with a feel of hope and positivity, Bass, drums, synths and multiple guitar parts combine to create a big and pleasing sound,, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Happy upbeat guitar rock. Great for sports highlights, action and car chases, source music and credits, video games, reality (ie. speed network, american choppers, pinks) etc. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A driving, churning, powerful piece, fully orchestrated with guitar, bass, drums, and synthesizers. Works well with action film scenes and trailers. Also works well with high end advertising such as automotive and technology. Good for mystery, suspense, battle, competition, and sports highlights. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Alt Metal
Uplifting, positive and driven pop-rock track. Uptempo, with multiple guitars and a catchy chorus parts. Great for youth drama, sitcoms, commercials, advertising, TV and much more. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Overdriven guitar riff drives this loud and in-your-face modern rock track. Sounds a little like Blur's Song 2. Turn it up to 11 and hit the fuzz pedal! Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
This is my new energetic corporate powerful modern rock track with positive bright mood, which contain bright electric guitars, live rock drums, bass…This driving track can be used anywhere – as a motivational musical background for websites, in computer arcade games, tv or radio jingle, ad etc, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A building and eventually epic rock track, made up of many layered guitars, bass and purposeful drums. From a quiet beginning, the track builds and builds to an inspiring and uplifting climax with a sense of hope and emotion. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Summer Sports and Beach Fun! A fun, energetic and upbeat electro rock track with catchy melodies, pulsating synths and electronic elements layered with distorted electric guitar. In the style of modern pop rock hybrid artists meant for a younger audience. All American Rejects, Paramore, Fall Out Boy, Instrumental, Rock, Electronic Rock
Crashing drums are offset by Rhythmic guitars, all ordered to create a fresh, wholesome, positive sound. Rebellion is hinted at here, but this track is very much about living the dream. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Fast cars, extreme sports, hi-octane city living, all come to life in this punchy rock/electro cue. Cool driving guitars, pumping bass and a solid drum groove push this cue ever upwards. Great for Film/Tv advertising, hi-tech corporate branding, website, infomercial, new product, new car launch. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Funky, punky, tasty, modern, psychedelic, electric guitar blues groove, with a positive message dropped in. Laid-back chilling lazy carefree day. Chilled out male vocals, hypnotising, modern ideas. Teens tweens 20-somethings, playing hookey, day off, kicked back, enjoying life. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A rock/electronica track with a rough sound, without being too heavy or hard. An edgy synth riff combines with clean electric guitars and rock drums for a melodic rock/electro track with grit and guts, but one that is also restrained, confident and tasteful. Great for use with commercials and other, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Moderately fast guitar rock. Suitable for sports, action, video games, etc. In the style of Black Label Society (Zakk Wylde), Ozzy. Great for sports, action and car chases, source music and credits, etc. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Dark, exciting, adrenalized & tension-filled rock track with electronic & orchestral elements. Very driven & powerful. Picks you up and throws you around. Great for high drama, action thriller, extreme sports projects. Marathons, Nascar, ESPN, endurance, car commercial, new product launch, teamwork, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Fresh, positive and driving guitar rock, Full-on live rock band sound, infectious guitar licks and a rough, but bright and uplifting, with good energy, Good for sports, action, racing, fun and x-sports, etc, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A light rock track with youthful, communal spirit, The track grows gradually throughout as if to signify something stirring, something happening and slowly rising up, The hand claps give the track a communal, tribal feel, Coming together / Cooperation / Life achievement / Aspirations etc, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Exciting and hip mix of rock and electro. Powerful rockriffs and pounding drums combined with hip synths. Think Blocparty and Muse. Positive vibe and uptempo beat. Great for adds, films, tv, corporate branding, cars and fashion, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
British, soft guitar rock sound. Melodic, with guitar textures. Friendly, but with a good drive and energy. Emotional, inspiring. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A very joyful, upbeat, positive and uplifting pop-rock track. Uptempo, swing-time drums, guitar and piano interplay, a catchy chorus part. Full of feelgood energy, and great for media use including TV shows, commercials,websites, product presentations, etc. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A fun rock tune with a great guitar hook and powerful chords. Upbeat and full of raw energy. Perfect for action scenes and sport videos, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A soft and gentle track with a repetitive piano phrase, picked guitars, bass and brushed drums, Heartwarming and soothing, this track has a lovely reflective and warm feel that is enhanced further with a string section towards the end,, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
A great one for commercials and adverts! Classic and modern elements combine to create this supercharged, bold and dynamic feelgood rock piece in the style of U2 Stones and BRMC but more modern. You've heard this sound in top of the line car commercials.. the fresh groove, ultra cool guitar.. Get it, Male Vocals, Indie Rock, Garage Rock
A slow-to-medium light rock track with a gentle opening section. The appealing, gentle and heartfelt melody in a windswept pop-rock arrangement makes this a great track for media and film, suitable for people of all ages. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Goo Goo Dolls sound-a-like, guitar intro, rock, alternative rock, corporate, feel good rock, building, upbeat, guitar, summer fun, good time, inspiring, motivating, free spirited. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
This is a grand, emotive and climactic rock track made with lots of guitars and etherial type effects to create a big, warm sound with a sense of purpose and emotion. Instrumental, Rock, Pop Rock
A solid dose of energy comes across in this infectious track somewhere between rock and electronica. Urgent synth patterns and slamming guitar riffs with tightly compressed drums. Great for sport, excitement, action or any high impact media with high energy levels. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Optimistic modern rock tune, with a huge influence from Coldplay and U2. Catchy piano motif and huge wall of sound after evocative intro. Instrumental, Rock, Pop Rock
Beaty, groovy, atmospheric, spacious, techno-synthy verses mix it up with intensely adrenalised heavy rock choruses to make one mean mother of a riff-fest. Purposeful, confident, moody, dynamic & with great momentum. Would suit sports/mystery/cinematic/documentary type projects, Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Classic rock track a la ZZ Top, smokin guitar solo and trajectory. Great energy without being overbearing. Guitars are distorted and driving. Intense guitar solo. Anthemic Outro. Works for vintage ads and films or sport anything anywhere a solid groove is needed. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Emotional, angsty and tender instrumental rock track. Modern rock sound with an intense chorus part and more mellow verse parts. Suitable for young audiences, teenage drama, young love, hearbreak, reflection. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Blazing and roaring Marshall amps, classic hard rock in the style of 'Born to be Wild', Easy Rider... great action/destruction stuff! Composer: Dan Gautreau (PRS). Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
Think X Games. Action sports, fast cars, crazy action, high energy rock track with some techno, orchestral, and chanting elements. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
An epic, searing, moving track fully arranged for multiple guitars, bass, drums, moody synthesizers, and male vocals. Lyrics deal with questioning one's purpose and direction. Works well with powerful and emotionally charged scenes and end credits. Male Vocals, Rock, 80s Rock
A gentle and appealing soft-rock track. Melodic with several layers of clean electric guitars and ambient pads. A warm, human and organic sound. Rich and atmospheric; friendships, family, personal relationships. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
AC/DC inspired modern rock that would be the perfect background for any video or audio project needing an infusion of energy. Instrumental, Rock, Modern Rock
