[2026] Masterpieces of instrumental music. Recommended instrumental tracks.

Psyko FoundationPsyko Punkz

Psyko Punkz – Psyko Foundation – Official Videoclip

This is a track by Psyko Punkz, practically synonymous with Dutch hardstyle.

The sharply contrasted development keeps it from ever getting boring.

The occasional mysterious narration is interesting, too.

I’d also recommend it to those who enjoy cinematic touches.

WerewolfThe Frantics

Werewolf

The Frantics are one of the earliest groups to perform instrumental music centered on the guitar.

As the title suggests, this track is themed around a “werewolf,” and The Ventures later released “The Fourth Dimension,” which carries on the same melody.

It’s a guitar instrumental brimming with a spooky, horror-like atmosphere.

Mr.MARLOWERega

rega – Mr.MARLOWE (Music Video)

A talented band that has performed at numerous festivals including SYNCHRONICITY and even headlined the pre-festival night at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL.

Their fierce band ensemble—driven by hard, fast twin guitars and a rhythm section that unleashes exhilarating beats—is guaranteed to hit you right in the brainstem.

Bittersweet sambaHerb Alpert

Bittersweet Samba

Herb Alpert, who produced numerous instrumental pops, later became one of the founders of A&M Records.

In Japan, his “Bittersweet Samba” was used for many years as the theme song of the radio program All Night Nippon.

EuropaSantana

Europa (Sadness) / Santana

It’s a classic instrumental piece by Santana, the American Latin rock band led by the world-renowned guitarist Carlos Santana.

Originally included on the 1976 album “Amigos,” the track was later released as a single in Japan as part of a local initiative and became quite popular.

Its original title is “Europa (Earth’s Cry Heaven’s Smile),” and its emotive, tearful guitar lines create a melody that particularly resonates with Japanese listeners—pure wistful melancholy.

It has also been used in commercials, and many people say it reminds them of the Showa era.

On a hard-boiled night, why not tip a glass and immerse yourself in the world of this song?

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liquid sunAstral Projection

astral projection – liquid sun

This is a track by Astral Projection with an eerie atmosphere.

It’s a type of music called Goa trance.

Since it doesn’t have a catchy melody, some people might find it boring, but it’s the kind of music you can zone out to without thinking about anything.

It also works well as background music for getting things done.

tangerineSalsoul Orchestra

Tangerine – The Salsoul Orchestra

The Salsoul Orchestra, formed in 1974, was the house band for New York’s prestigious disco label, Salsoul Records.

Alongside other disco and soul numbers in the 1970s, their music was widely used on television and radio in Japan—songs that anyone from a certain generation will have heard.

While it didn’t appear on the regular charts, it hit number one on the U.S.

Disco Singles chart in 1975.

The track overflows with energy, sparkles with brilliance, and simply listening to it fills you with vitality.