The Jig Is Up

With a simple xylophone melody as its backbone, this track’s emotional theme seesaws between resignation and hope. Meanwhile, a strong, steady beat and acoustic instruments keep “The Jig Is Up” consistent, yet novel.

Handy

Bright, bitcrushed, and — let’s be honest — a little bizarre, “Handy” begins with a vintage drum machine, a mellotron choir, and a funky vocal sample I stumbled upon. The song’s build is slow and steady, culminating with the addition of acoustic guitar and sub-bass. Use this track to give your project an ironic or comedic sound. (Or just to make your audience wonder, “What is she saying?”)

Under Cover of Night

“Under Cover of Night” is a sultry, satisfying jazz number. Driven by moody double bass, the song grows to stimulating heights with strings, accented drums, and acoustic guitar.

The Fading Light

A simple song comprised only of acoustic guitar and melodeon, “The Fading Light” drifts gently with a modest fingerpicking pattern. Try using this track to suggest closure or finality in your project.

Days Gone By

An honest acoustic guitar melody forms the foundation of “Days Gone By,” a nostalgic, upbeat tune. As the song progresses, other organic instruments — including banjo, accordion, strings, and more — join the mix to create a rich, yet down-to-earth arrangement.

The Cosmos Inside

Working on a sci-fi project? With haunting synthesizer sequences and raw acoustic guitar progressions, “The Cosmos Inside” could be a good fit. The song builds steadily, breaks at the one-minute mark for a brief, bare bridge, and finishes with the original motif.

Warm Nights, City Lights

“Warm Nights, City Lights” features a spirited mix of acoustic instruments, including guitar, drums, and harmonica. Use it to give your project a cordial, down-to-earth sound reminiscent of summer nights on the town.

Fenced In

Beginning with a moody scale performed on an acoustic guitar, “Fenced In” grows gradually with synth bass, banjo, and an electronic beat before transitioning into a brighter, more uplifting arrangement. This repeats before the song closes on a darker note with rapid banjo fingerpicking and aggressive guitar strumming. This song is a seamless loop.

Pipe Dream

With a stark start, “Pipe Dream” builds gradually upon a methodical, punchy acoustic guitar riff. As drums, electric guitar, bass, harmonium, and other instruments join in, the simple song adopts a hopeful sound, conveying a feeling of yearning.

Crucible

With a brooding beginning and an exultant ending, “Crucible” is a a little capricious. Acoustic guitar guides the melody, while other folky instruments — including harmonica, tack piano, and hand percussion — round out the song. This track would be well-suited for a transformative scene in your project.