modus operandi — Blog

Positive Outlook

A corporate pop soundtrack for those who believe in trailblazers, challenging the status quo while growing an eco-conscious business.

New MusicNathan HonoreFebruary 22, 2024production music, library music, music licensing, audio branding, brand sounds, music for for videos, modus operandi, Modus Operandi, Sam Ecoff, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi, positive outlook, eco-conscious, enviromental messaging, corporate pop, entrepreneurs

Midcentury Newsreel

The vintage orchestral scores of Midcentury Newsreel form a soundtrack to match the hope and hustle of a bygone era.

String Smarts

Pizzicato strings carry varying levels of curiosity while quick bow movements fuel potential and future possibilities on String Smarts.

New MusicNathan HonoreJanuary 5, 2023production music, library music, music licensing, audio branding, brand sounds, music for for videos, organic spark, strings, orchestral strings, violin, Sam Ecoff, Taking Flight, modus operandi, Inspirational, pizzicato, #OSPK, #OrganicSpark

Lies & Deception II

For every puzzling case of fact or fiction that leaves us scratching our heads, Lies & Deception II utilizes reserved atmospheres full of false steps to accent the questions

New MusicNathan HonoreSeptember 29, 2022production music, library music, music licensing, audio branding, brand sounds, music for for videos, modus operandi, Modus Operandi, Sam Ecoff, drama, detective, espionage, true crime, conspiracy, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi

Investigating Reality

What is it about mysteries and true crime that draws us in? Investigative Reality explores cerebral criminology with a flair for the dramatic.

New MusicNathan HonoreJune 28, 2022production music, library music, music licensing, audio branding, brand sounds, music for for videos, modus operandi, Modus Operandi, Sam Ecoff, reality television, drama, detective, espionage, true crime, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi

Walk On Talk On

A new reality TV soundtrack infused with a bit more personality, featuring flavors as varied as EDM synths, brass stabs, lively Latin piano, and bluesy guitars for every captivating, dramatic display.

New MusicNathan HonoreMarch 28, 2022production music, library music, music licensing, audio branding, brand sounds, music for for videos, modus operandi, Modus Operandi, Sam Ecoff, reality television, shark tank, drama, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi

Paths In Nature

Paths In Nature (MOPM-088) celebrates the seasons and reflects the many ecosystems that exist by bringing emotional ties to natural narratives.

Crypto Currents

From determined investors, to shadowy news reports, to the unsettling hum of towers churning through inconceivable amounts of data and potentially doomed transactions, futuristic synths glitch and glide while automated beats echo an invisible heartbeat.

Inspiring Friends

Inspiring generations of young people, including many of us at The License Lab, Fred Rogers’ legacy is a beautiful reminder that we should all stay curious, have empathy for our neighbors, and take frequent trips into the imagination… by trolley if possible.

Biorhythm Analysis

The intersection of biology and curiosity fuels the imagination and drives scientific discovery. That’s where we decided to set up shop for Biorhythm Analysis to capture moments of genuine wonder of the world that surrounds us.

Nature Echoes

Fresh air carries optimism, time away from screens can fuel ideas and unlock dormant dreams, giving new possibilities space to echo and resonate within you.

Virtual Crate Digging: Taking Flight

How do you find the hidden gems of Modus Operandi? Look past the obvious to find legit sonic inspiration.

StoriesNathan HonoreMay 3, 2021production music, library music, music licensing, music supervision, virtual crate digging, modus operandi, MOPM, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi

Cumulus Daydreams

Miracles occur when technology finds its heart, and the Modus Operandi team has crafted the soundtrack for those moments.

The M.O. Of Modus Operandi

Minimal or massive, synthetic and organic, niche or mainstream, Modus Operandi has nearly endless options for programming of all shapes and sizes.

StoriesNathan HonoreJanuary 15, 2021library music, production music, music licensing, music library, modus operandi, #MOPM, #ModusOperandi

Highlights from the Catalog — 2020

Pandemics and dumpster fires aside, our dedication to sharing all manner of handcrafted sonic inspiration has never wavered. And while we love all of the releases we’ve put out this year, we’ve selected a few favorites from each of our curated labels.

Virtual Crate Digging: Under the Influence

With over thirty tracks and a variety of genres, Under the Influence is an album that feels more like an incredible mix-tape of library tracks that are just a little off-kilter. The oddities are more subtle than you’d think, giving tracks that extra dose of originality that can help a spot shine.

StoriesNathan HonoreNovember 10, 2020production music, library music, playlist, music licensing, music supervision, modus operandi, strongtogether, #UND, #UNDERscore

Virtual Crate Digging: String Beat Salad

Rifling through the pantry of Three Ingredients or Less albums, I decided to try something a little healthier and found String Beat Salad. It’s a wonderful juxtaposition that tosses a more classical, traditional string section with a backdrop of electronic beats.

StoriesNathan HonoreOctober 14, 2020production music, library music, playlist, music licensing, music supervision, modus operandi, strongtogether, #3ING, #ThreeIngredientsOrLess

Spooky Music Roundup

While working in the lab late one night, my ears beheld some grooves that were tight. But not every spooky spot needs the “Monster Mash,” “Thriller,” or Harry Belafonte. So we rounded up some of our most haunting albums for all of your Halloween licensing needs, complete with a ghoulish playlist of the stand out tracks from our entire catalog.