Royalty-free music & music licensing articles

Educational content on royalty-free music and music licensing.

Educational articles

What is copyright-free music and should you use it in your content?

How does copyright-free music work, is it worth using, and is it really “copyright-free”?

Educational articles

Monetize content safely by licensing music from Epidemic Sound in 2025

Learn more about how to monetize content safely by licensing music from Epidemic Sound.

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How to license music in 2025

Licensing music is essential for creators to avoid legal issues and respect artists' intellectual property. Let's dig into the different types of music licenses and answer some common questions about using music in content.

Business articles

Music licensing for video games: Make it work for your business

Music is a core part of the video gaming experience. If you work for a game developer, you’ll know how delicate the licensing process can be — let us help.

Business articles

10 music licensing myths for businesses debunked

Music copyright myths, licensing mix-ups, advice ranging from the plausible to the unreal — we’re sure you’ve heard it all. Separate fact from fiction and learn how to make music licensing work for your business.

Music trends articles

Find the best royalty-free Halloween music in 2024 with Epidemic Sound

Get ready for the spooky season and find the best Halloween music for your content with Epidemic Sound.

Inspirational articles

Why you should go beyond royalty-free music for your business

Want to find a simple, safe music license for your business? Epidemic Sound’s got you covered. Learn how to take your enterprise beyond royalty-free and keep your content safe.

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4 ways the right music partner can supercharge your brand’s content

Music consultant and branding expert Josh Rabinowitz reveals how the right soundtrack can elevate your brand's content.

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Which Epidemic Sound plan is right for you?

Not sure which Epidemic Sound subscription to go for or how Epidemic Sound works? Here’s an explanation of the plans and the difference between them.

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The Sound of Gamers: Music trends in gaming content

The role of music in gaming content on YouTube is critical – learn which trends and genres are making waves with content creators in this report.

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Just need one track? Use our Single-Track License

At Epidemic Sound, we don’t just offer subscriptions. With TrackShop, you can license individual tracks to suit personal projects, client work, and more.

Music trends articles

Find the best royalty-free music for Hispanic Heritage Month

Get ready for Hispanic Heritage Month with Epidemic Sound’s royalty-free toybox of salsa, tango, reggaeton, mariachi, and more.

Music trends articles

Find music like the Oppenheimer soundtrack for your content

Oppenheimer was one of 2023’s most visually and aurally stunning movies. Learn how to find royalty-free tracks like the Oppenheimer soundtrack for your content.

Music trends articles

Find music like the Barbie movie soundtrack for your content

The Barbie movie released worldwide in July 2023, but what about that soundtrack?! Learn how to find royalty-free music that sounds like the Barbie soundtrack.

Inspirational articles

7 things an attorney recommends brands to consider when using music in content

If you think using music in branded content is confusing, you’re not alone — it can be. We chatted to a legal expert to explain best practices and find the right solutions for you.

Educational articles

What is royalty-free music?

For YouTubers, Twitch streamers, TikTok stars, and more, royalty-free music is an essential part of the creative process. So, what is it?

Music trends articles

How to find the perfect springtime music to soundtrack your content

Find the perfect springtime music with Epidemic Sound.

Music trends articles

How to find the perfect travel music to soundtrack your content

Here are some tips to find the best travel music. Discover where to find the best travel video songs, how much they cost, and how to access them.

Music trends articles

How to find the perfect vlog music to soundtrack your content

Check out our quick tips for finding the best vlog music for your content!

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Direct licensing: Explained

Direct licensing covers all rights, including public performance. It's made possible by companies owning all of the financial rights to their music.

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Why we believe Epidemic Sound’s music licensing model is your best bet

Here's a breakdown of why Epidemic Sound's direct license model might be your best choice when it comes to getting access to high-quality music and sound effects.

Inspirational articles

An insight into the royalty-free music industry

Legis Music, an educational platform about royalty-free music, explains what royalty-free music is, where you can get it, and why it's your best option for soundtracking content.

Educational articles

How to make the most of your Epidemic Sound subscription

In this blog post, we’ll help you get the most bang for the buck from your Epidemic Sound subscription.