Don't Make It A Thing

Worry the Birds

Joel David Weir

An acoustic-driven folk track with a traditional Celtic-influenced feel, featuring fingerpicked acoustic guitar, subtle strings, and expressive, gravelly lead vocals. The arrangement balances a dark, somber narrative tone with a steady, driving rhythmic pulse, making it ideal for period dramas, rugged outdoor scenes, or introspective TV/film moments. Suggested Sync Placements: Period & Historical Dramas: End credits or background scoring for gritty, historical, or Appalachian/Celtic-inspired drama series (e.g., Outlander, Peaky Blinders, Yellowstone). Indie Film & Documentary: Montages focused on resilience, manual labor, heritage, or travel through rugged natural landscapes. Character-Driven TV Scenes: Pivotal narrative moments involving travel, quiet reflection, emotional resolve, or confronting hardship. Promos & Trailers: Teaser trailers for dark drama, wilderness survival, or historical crime series needing an authentic, rustic acoustic texture. Keywords & Pitch Metadata: Genre: Folk / Indie Folk / Acoustic Mood: Melancholic, Resilient, Earthy, Reflective, Dramatic Instruments: Acoustic Guitar, Strings, Vocal Sounds Like: The Decemberists, Damien Rice, Glen Hansard, Traditional Celtic Folk

I Am A Boy

Joel David Weir

A warm, introspective acoustic folk ballad built on gentle fingerpicked guitar and vulnerable, emotive lead vocals. The song’s tender dynamic shifts and nostalgic, storytelling lyrics capture feelings of isolation, growing up, and quiet resilience. Its stripped-back, intimate feel makes it ideal for coming-of-age stories, reflective character moments, or poignant television and film scenes. Suggested Sync Placements: Coming-of-Age Film & TV Dramas: Key scenes highlighting youth, identity struggles, family dynamics, or high school reflection (e.g., Boyhood, Normal People, Atypical). Character-Driven Narrative Scenes: Quiet, emotionally vulnerable moments where a protagonist reflects on isolation, grief, or personal growth. Documentary Soundtracks: Features focusing on mental health, youth experiences, personal memoirs, or human-interest stories. Ending Credits: Emotional button to a dramatic episode or film chapter that leaves a lingering, reflective impression. Keywords & Pitch Metadata: Genre: Indie Folk / Singer-Songwriter / Acoustic Mood: Vulnerable, Nostalgic, Melancholic, Tender, Introspective Instruments: Acoustic Guitar, Male Vocal Sounds Like: Elliott Smith, Sufjan Stevens, Bright Eyes, Iron & Wine

Good Good Trouble

Joel David Weir

An upbeat, protest-style indie folk/Americana track featuring driving acoustic guitar strumming and impassioned lead vocals. Grounded in contemporary political and social themes, the track balances catchy, rhythmic folk hooks with raw, principled lyrics about community, empathy, and standing up against division. Its urgent, driving feel makes it well-suited for socio-political dramas, documentary montages, or scene-setting moments in modern character stories. Suggested Sync Placements: Political & Social Drama TV Series: Background scoring or episodic montages focusing on activism, community organization, or systemic conflict (e.g., The Newsroom, Dear White People, Ramy). Documentary Soundtracks: Features centered on modern American politics, civil rights, immigration, or grassroots activism. Indie Films: Key narrative sequences involving protests, road trips, or characters confronting social or political realities in small towns or suburban settings. Promos & Credits: A punchy, thought-provoking closer for topical episodic television or documentary series. Keywords & Pitch Metadata: Genre: Indie Folk / Protest Folk / Americana Mood: Urgent, Passionate, Principled, Rhythmic, Fiery Instruments: Acoustic Guitar, Male Vocal Sounds Like: Billy Bragg, Steve Earle, The Decemberists, Frank Turner

We Are More

Joel David Weir

Metadata Overview Genre: Synth-Pop / Indie Electronic / Alternative Rock Vibe / Mood: Triumphant, Anthemic, Uplifting, Cathartic, Driving, Euphoric, Determined Key Instrumentation: Analog Arpeggiated Synths, Four-on-the-Floor Electronic Drums, Bright Electric Guitars, Soaring Layered Vocals Sounds Like / Reference Artists: M83, CHVRCHES, Empire of the Sun, Phoenix, Killers (electronic/anthem era) Sync Recommends & Visual Placements Kicking off with an infectious, pulsing synth arpeggio, the track builds layer by layer into a expansive, high-energy chorus. The driving beat and soaring vocal harmonies deliver an overwhelming sense of catharsis, unity, and triumph over adversity. Dynamic Arc: Begins with a tight, hypnotic synth riff and electronic groove, slowly adding acoustic textures and warm vocal leads. It steadily builds anticipation through the verse before bursting into an expansive, stadium-sized chorus with driving guitars and full synth-pop energy. Ideal Scene Placements High-Energy Montages: Third-act breakthroughs, victory celebrations, road trips, or inspirational sports/training montages. Youth & Coming-of-Age Dramas: Summer party climaxes, festival scenes, or late-night driving shots where characters feel a sense of freedom. Commercials & Promos: Tech launches, athletic wear, automotive ads focusing on momentum, or summer lifestyle campaigns.

Without a Net

Joel David Weir

An expressive indie folk ballad featuring bright acoustic guitar strumming, mandolin accents, and a grounded, raspy lead vocal delivery. The arrangement shifts between introspective verses and a driving, melancholic chorus, blending traditional Americana textures with spiritual and existential themes. Its bittersweet, reflective tone makes it well-suited for character-driven dramas, emotional turning points, and rustic cinematic scenes. Suggested Sync Placements: Character & Drama TV Series: Emotional climaxes, introspective travel sequences, or reflective bar/porch scenes (e.g., Yellowstone, Friday Night Lights, Parenthood). Indie Films: Key narrative moments depicting personal struggle, spiritual crisis, reconciliation, or road trips through small-town or rural settings. Documentaries: Human-interest stories, Americana history, or features exploring faith, community, and resilience. Promos & Credits: End-credit sequences for contemporary drama or episodic series looking for an authentic, earthy acoustic soundtrack. Keywords & Pitch Metadata: Genre: Indie Folk / Singer-Songwriter / Americana Mood: Bittersweet, Reflective, Melancholic, Earnest, Spiritual Instruments: Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Male Vocal Sounds Like: The Avett Brothers, Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, Gregory Alan Isakov

Bespoke Tracksuit Haircut Terminal

Joel David Weir

Powered by a steady, propulsive 120 BPM drum beat and layered guitar textures, "Bespoke Tracksuit Haircut Terminal" pairs rhythmic momentum with reflective, vivid lyrical storytelling. The track builds a grounded, authentic atmosphere—balancing gritty social observation with an uplifting, cathartic chorus. Dynamic Arc: Opens with an immediate, locked-in drum and bass groove accompanied by rhythmic acoustic strumming. Vocals enter grounded and conversational, building emotional intensity into a wide, resonant chorus that lands with earnest determination before dropping into a reflective, narrative-driven bridge. Themes & Content: Modern identity, observational scenes of youth and nightlife, searching for meaning amid cultural noise, empathy, and resilience. Ideal Visual Placements Montages & Transitions: High-angle driving shots, urban transit, morning commute sequences, or third-act prep montages. Coming-of-Age / Dramedy: Nightlife scenes, post-party reflections, or turning points where characters confront their reality with newfound resolve.

Somebody

“Somebody” is an indie pop/alternative rock track with a contemporary independent sound and a relatable, human appeal. Combining Arctic Lights’ melodic alternative sensibility with an expressive musical character, the song offers a soundtrack for stories about identity, relationships, ambition and the desire to make a connection. The track could be a good fit for advertising campaigns that focus on individuality, self-expression, belonging and personal experiences. Its title lends itself to themes of becoming somebody, finding your place in the world or wanting to mean something to someone, offering creative possibilities for brands looking to connect with audiences on an emotional level. “Somebody” could complement lifestyle and fashion campaigns, coming-of-age stories, relationship montages, travel films and contemporary promotional videos. It could also work well in social media content, independent cinema and campaigns aimed at younger audiences, particularly where an authentic indie soundtrack helps create a distinctive mood. With its alternative identity and relatable themes, “Somebody” offers brands and filmmakers an option beyond generic commercial background music. It could add personality and emotional context to visuals celebrating individuality, personal growth, connection and the experiences that shape who we become. Potential uses: TV and online commercials, lifestyle and fashion advertising, youth-oriented campaigns, coming-of-age films, relationship montages, travel content, social media reels, YouTube videos, inspirational storytelling, brand promotions and independent cinema.

Gold

Nostalgic, road trip, reminiscing, mourning, romantic, loss, melancholic.

Again & Again & Again

Quirky and cinematic pop/rock song. Perfect for TV, Film, Creative Ads, and Lifestyle Vlogs!

Shielded

This is an emotional and dreamy acoustic track which has been featured on the PBS television series Roadtrip Nation. It has also been released on the British label Aldora Britain Records in 2021. Very easy to place and loop for a music bed.

1968

Perfect use for commercials, movies, ads, background musics for instagram, tiktok and facebook reels or short videos

I've Been Wondering Lately

A sweet and captivating track about loving and waiting for someone through the seasons. Lots of spring and summer imagery, and an overall theme of hopefulness.