Music for podcasts
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Selected music for podcasts
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Create free accountLooking for the best background music for your podcast?
Have a listen to a few of our favorite tracks and get creative. Explore the Epidemic Sound catalog to find the perfect background music for your podcast.
What is podcast music?
Podcast music sets the tone for your show. Whether it’s the intro, outro, or transitions between segments, the right music helps define your style, guide the listener’s mood, and make your podcast sound polished and professional.
Common examples of podcast music include:
- Catchy intro themes to open each episode
- Ambient background tracks for interviews or narration
- Energetic stingers for segment transitions
- Calm outros to wrap up the episode smoothly
How does music licensing work for podcasts?
You can only use copyrighted music in your podcast if you own full rights to the track. If you don’t have full rights, you risk being claimed and having your content removed. Check out the Podcast Hub for more info on podcast music licensing.
How do I find the best music for my podcast?
Epidemic Sound can help with that! The catalog offers over 200,000 unique sound effects and variations for every episode and over 50,000 tracks for intros, outros and background music.
Filter by mood, genre, podcast theme, explore niche playlists like Intros & Outros, and find tracks that are similar to the ones you already like.
How to pick royalty-free intro music for podcasts
Everybody wants a unique and iconic sound that resonates with their brand. Start with the basics. What’s the tone, who’s the target audience, and how do you want them to feel when listening to your podcast?
Play with various filters to help you to find the right track. For extra inspiration, check out the Podcast Hooks playlist!
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