Film Sync & Licensing

Free Dark Ambient Music for Indie Films

Tentacle's dark atmospheric ambient catalog — drones, noise textures and field recordings — is available free of charge for sync licensing in independent films, short films, student films, documentaries and non-commercial video projects.

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What's included

  • — Full Tentacle catalog (all releases on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube)
  • — Worldwide, non-exclusive sync rights for the approved project
  • — Short written sync agreement over email
  • — Stems available on request for select tracks
  • — No fee for indie, student and non-commercial projects

How to license

  1. 1. Preview the catalog on Spotify, Apple Music or YouTube.
  2. 2. Email tentacle@tentacletunes.com with project name, format, the tracks you want, and a one-line scene description.
  3. 3. Receive a short sync agreement back over email.
  4. 4. Credit the artist as "Music by Tentacle" and send a link to the finished piece.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ

Can I use Tentacle's music in my indie film for free?
Yes. Tentacle's entire dark ambient catalog is offered free of charge for sync licensing in independent films, short films, student films, documentaries and non-commercial video projects. Just credit the artist and send a link to the finished piece.
What is Tentacle's music best suited for?
Dark atmospheric ambient — drones, noise textures and field recordings. Works for tension, dread, slow-burn drama, contemplative scenes, horror, sci-fi, documentary and experimental visual work.
How do I license a track?
Email tentacle@tentacletunes.com with the project name, format (short film, feature, doc, student project), the tracks you want to use and a one-line description of the scene. Approval is usually returned within a few days.
Do I need to pay royalties or sign a contract?
For independent and non-commercial projects, no fee. A short written sync agreement is provided over email. Commercial use, advertising and major studio productions are handled separately — get in touch for terms.
Where can I preview the music?
Full catalog is on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube — all linked from the homepage.