A collection of 4 tense electronic pieces to create a sense of suspense and foreboding.

These pieces could accompany:

- epic action scenes
- futuristic war films
- aggressive fight scenes
- action sequences in video games
- chase scenes in sci-fi films
- espionage / spy films
- cyber crime/hacking films thrillers and documentaries
- epic end sequences

Including:

Stranger Tense 80s Epic – 2:08 (starts at 0:00)

Tense, epic sci-fi soundtrack in an 80s retro style.

This sci-fi track is reminiscent of the music from shows such as Stranger Things and films by the likes of John Carpenter. Ominous arpeggiated synths scurry above a brooding texture of dark synth pads and unsettling bass movements, creating a sinister, dark tone and a sense of danger.

Tense, aggressive and percussive music for an action scene or thriller.

Atonal drones and gamelan percussion are offset by a syncopated orchestral drum pattern in this thunderous piece of dark electronic music. Suggesting an atmosphere of chaos, fear and violence, this track drives the pace of the action.

Dystopian Dark Ambient – 1:19 (starts at 3:02)

Dark, tense sci-fi piece with a frantic feel.

This edgy, rhythmic ambient instrumental builds tension as it develops, with layer upon layer of sinister synth lines jarring and creating a foreboding sense of darkness.

Anxious Epic Tension Build – 3:00 (starts at 4:21)

Dark, tense orchestral hybrid piece.

This ominous track begins with dark synth tones and is then joined by a desolate piano line and full orchestral forces to create a jarring, cinematic and epic crescendo study that will build the tension in your projects. action, thriller and horror movies, as well as trailers and video game advertisements.

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