[2026] Eerie BGM That Stokes Fear | Compilation
One of the most indispensable elements for creating fear is the background music (BGM).
Whether it’s environmental sounds or the distorted tones of ominous strings, that kind of BGM really stirs up fear, doesn’t it?
You probably won’t find many situations in daily life where you want to use such BGM, but if you’re putting on a haunted house for a school festival, it would come in very handy.
This time, for those of you in that situation, we’ve selected some eerie BGMs that heighten fear.
From ambient soundscapes to strings, we’ve picked tracks from a variety of genres, so be sure to check them out.
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[2026] Creepy BGM That Stokes Fear | Compilation (41–50)
The Texas Chainsaw MassacreUiin Beru
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a 1974 American film.
Since its 2015 revival screening in Japan, it has been rated R-15 there.
With sound effects that make extensive use of metallic noises and processing, it is a terrifying work that conjures the image of a chainsaw-wielding killer.
Emily RoseKurisutofā Yangu
The horror film Emily Rose is based on a real incident that actually happened in the United States.
This is its theme song, and since the story is drawn from real events rather than fiction, it’s all the more frightening.
Centered around the piano, this track builds the film’s atmosphere, and as you listen, you’re gradually pulled deeper into its world.
Theme song from the movie ‘Creepshow’Jon Harison
There are persistent rumors that “Yonimo Kimyō na Monogatari” ripped off this piece, but the truth is unknown.
Harrison’s music is characterized by an accessible touch that never relies on shock effects and includes just the right amount of melody.
Here, too, rather than aggressive horror writing meant to jolt or startle, he focuses on enhancing the sense of mystery, carefully building the atmosphere to leave a lasting impression—crafting ‘listenable’ horror music.
Angel HeartTorevua Jōnzu
The background music from the 1986 film Angel Heart, set in New York City.
In this trailer, various sound effects are layered over the BGM, and its lo-fi sound quality—recorded with the technology of the time—heightens the sense of fear.
The BGM itself also amplifies a constant feeling of unease, as if something bad is about to happen.
The theme song of the movie “Friday the 13th”Harī Manfuredīni
When it comes to horror movies, you just can’t leave out Friday the 13th.
The fun part of this track is definitely that high-pitched, screechy scariness—it’s the kind of BGM that instantly conjures up Jason’s mask.
It’s a spine-chilling theme song that amped up the 1980 splatter-film masterpiece!