Action Theme | Retro Cops, bank jobs, and gumshoe detectives
Music from early Cops and Crime TV shows is primarily a retro blend of R&B. This is music straight outta the sixties and seventies, perfect to set the mood of campy TV crime reruns. This music works well for productions in the style of Starsky & Hutch, Dragnet, Ocean's 11, casino and bank heists, and similar kitschy gumshoe detective fare.
Tension and anticipation, with a hint of silliness and fun is what this track is all about! Hi-hats and shakers keep the rhythm going, while vibraphones, woodwinds, pizzicato strings, and tuba pop in and out. Excellent for reality shows, sitcoms, heist scenes, comedy, cartoons, or detective shows. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Think Shaft and all great detective TV series. For main TV theme or suspense background for TV or radio ad. Wah wah guitar and lush string evokes 70's police chases. Hot dancing, romantic comedy, mystery, intrigue, wild car chase, Blaxploitation, urban themes, ghetto brawl, gangster low riders. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Inspired by Oceans Eleven's score, this song starts with a Mission Impossible like groove with a tight punchy upright double bass and fierce horns. The song then leaves space with percussion and builds suspense with strings, horns and flutes. Perfect for a heist, action, comedy, retro, TV, ad, film, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Perfect piece for a stake-out scene. You're suspects come and go making note of the the time and place. This piece would be perfect whether your character is a cop or detective. The melody in the bass and low key pulse with a bluesy solo by marimba and colorful instrumentation keep this piece moving, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Positive, motivational, energetic and inspirational cool dance track. Perfect for adrenaline filled projects such as fitness videos, extreme sports, fast cars, video games, sports fights and action scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Positive, motivational, energetic and inspirational cool dance track. Perfect for adrenaline filled projects such as fitness videos, extreme sports, fast cars, video games, sports fights and action scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Imagine Steve McQueen stealing Pink Panther-sized Diamonds... this sultry, slinky seventies ensemble has a classy, expensive timeless quality that can work in all media. Horns, woodwinds and tuned percussion complete this sassy theme. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Mid tempo, jazzy instrumental song about a real hip guy who is hangin' out on the scene. It features flute and some cool saxophone. It's a jazzy big band/ Acid Jazz cross between Frank Zappa and Henry Mancini. This song is great for a TV or Movie Soundtrack. And did I say it was super cool? Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funky wah wah guitar track, modern sounding drum groove. Cool and groovy in the style of 1970's blaxploitation movies/Starsky and Hutch. Would also be great underscore for business promo or Ad campaign. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Mysterious, quirky wondrous, orchestral, a bit strange and sneaky, dark yet comedic too, a little Pink Panther inspector like with some movie magic. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Instrumental medium tempo funk rock/fusion featuring electric guitar, bass and drums. Ala Red Hot Chili Peppers, The JB's, James Brown, P-Funk, Oceans 11 soundtrack. Playful but sneaky vibe; great for comedic scenes or light mystery. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Cruisin' city streets - a pimp walkin' dope groove straight out of the 70's. Funky clav chords, bass, with groooovy organ and trumpet (Wayne Morley). Fit for an edgy cop series, Oceans Eleven style movie scene, or a holiday program or documentary capturing the essence of the Latin spirit. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
An uptempo song with a cool mix of retro bass, wah wah guitar, drums, percussion and disco style string section. Perfect for oceans 11, bank heists, retro cop shows, fun car chases & much more. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
An uplifting slower to mid tempo track with a bluesy, groovy, smooth jazz feel. Instrumented with bass, keyboards, drums, and tenor sax leads. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
dramatic fast paced electronic synthesizer based instrumental in the style of the theme from Beverly Hills cop great underscore for detective shows murder mysteries chase scenes medical drama's bank heists spy movies, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Cruisin' city streets - a pimp walkin' dope groove with hints of a gritty 70's cop series. Groovin' and funky hammond sounds against a hip hop beat, bring this right up to date fitting an Oceans Eleven type movie scene before or during a casino heist. Fits a cop drama down town drive scene. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
This is a dark, sinister, haunting bed. It can set the tone for a chase, or a stare down of foes. The drums are prominent, and the steady melody of the dark rhodes gives the track a hunt-like feel. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funky 1970's style wah wah guitar track very much in the style of Isaac Hayes Shaft theme. Ideal for retro ad campaign, corporate presentation, kids TV or Video game. think Foxy Brown or Starsky and Hutch, urban scenes, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate RnB Music
Light, playful and mischievous, this fun, retro spy cue features syncopated marimba pulse, jazzy slide trombone, film noir vibraphone & vibraslap. In the styles of Oceans 11, Desperate Housewives & The Pink Panther, it's great for comedy, reality and children's underscore, commercials and promos. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
60s 70s cop show and blaxploitation movie Funk with wah-wah guitar, horns, strings, piano, drums and bass. Upbeat, tense and cool with that classic retro action packed vibe. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Quirky pizzicato theme joined by percussion and piano. Desperate Housewives type of incidental music. Mystery and fun altogether with a nice spy atmosphere. Orchestral, Comedy, Spy, Kids, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
A grooving early 80's style soul song featuring funky guitar riffs and interesting string parts. The song begins with mysterious synth pads but quickly transitions into a moving drum, bass and guitar jam. Great for cruising, flashback scenes, old cop show theme, Live jam, nightlife. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
This track sets up a police chase... but not too seriously. Inspired by the popular "Peter Gunn" theme it has the same feel and sound with a few variations. Think "Police Squad", "Blues Brothers" and other police spoof movies. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funky and vibrant, with a nice warm 70's feel. Perfect for blaxploitation, or anything that needs a dash of funky flute and guitar disco. Nice build to action hits at the end. Sounds similar to the main theme for The Bronx Is Burning. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
In the style of early 70’s funk/soul. Featuring Horn Section and backing band. This funky number will make you want to remember the ‘good old days’. Smooth bass lines and Reggae style Hammond Organs. Instrumental, RnB, Soul
A funky, cool, and retro upbeat piece that has unlimited usage potential. Suitable uses include interview segments, quiz/chat/magic shows, gambling, heist, casino, cookery, etc. Instrumental, Action, Theme Spy
Playful little jazz tune, retro slapstick comedy charactor, perfect for comedy underscore will suit advertising and commercial uses, the vibe is light and uplifting, Good wholesome family fun. Cue has quite a mischievious vibe, Great underscore for comedy charactor or comedy sketch, very nostalgic, Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
being chase by the cops,or action-packed contemporary thriller, chase scenes, running,music has feel of shaft the old cop tv cop show,would make your next project number one. Male Vocals, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
groovy, smokin', sexy, sleazy, 70s style, jazzy funk number with very catchy bass lines and lead guitar melodies. think the meters or shaft on valium. has a spacious, ethereal, trippy vibe to it in parts and an irriresitable rhythm. would suit retro/70s/cop show/dramatic projects. where's my flares? Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Positive, motivational, energetic and inspirational cool dance track. Perfect for adrenaline filled projects such as fitness videos, extreme sports, fast cars, video games, sports fights and action scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funk, Retro, Sound-Alike. Typical seventies / early eighties Blaxploitation tune or Cop Show theme. Think Starsky and Hutch, Shaft or Superfly. Funky wah guitars, lots of percussion and an epic soul brass finale. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
In the style of early 70’s funk/soul. Featuring Horn Section and backing band. This funky number will make you want to remember the ‘good old days’. Smooth bass lines and Reggae style Hammond Organs. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Experimental jazz underscore reflecting the strange and seedy aspects of the sin city side of The Gambling Mecca known as Las Vegas. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Soulful and funky 70's Blaxploitation style track featuring wah-wah and electric guitar, strings, piano, bass and drums. Cool, retro and uplifting with some afrolicious attitude. Action theme, retro cops, bank jobs, chasing scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
An action packed, energetic track, that is ready to set the chase mood. This track features a main organ and an energetic backing beat. The track puts you in the mind of a comedic action crime scene or bank robber chase scene. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Upbeat retro funk groove featuring contrabass, piano and electric guitar. Super for retro movies, corporate video, documentary, casino scene and chasing scenes. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Instrumental medium tempo funk/classic rock featuring guitar, bass and drums. Ala Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Black Crowes, Head Hunters, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Steve Miller Band. Nice groove for work scenes, renovation, restoration, getting down to business. Instrumental, Rock, Funk Rock
Kill Bill meets Good Bad and the Ugly in a wild western with Starsky and Hutch and all the best TV cop movies thrown in. Hot, Fast and Furious - it's got everything to really get pulses going. Really Grooves with the jazz and big band sound. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Strange and bizarre cinematic theme reflecting the wild side of life with a neo-noir vibe. Designed for cult movies, underground films, drug culture and street themes. Works well for Indie Films, Biker Films, Bar Scenes, & Bank Heists. Cool Rhythm Section playing a strong beat with unique sounds. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Funk. Fast tempo, slap bass and uptempo drums, with congas for a carnival or party feel. A little bit dreamy / trippy, with a slight nod to the 1970's, combined with a modern flare. Fusion / jazzy funk. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
Lighthearted gumshoe/espionage orchestra track. Uptempo, rhythmic, and percussive. Ideal for less-than-serious Disney type scenes. Cartoon, dark humor, kids and pranks, ghosts and goblins flying over the moon. Dark parody, menacing but great fun. Instrumental, Action, Theme RnB Retro Kitsch
