Old-school rap instrumentals, real hip-hop
90→25 – A Dynamic Experimental Rap Instrumental by Barabass Released in July 2025, “90→25” is an experimental rap instrumental that bridges eras. Produced by Barabass, the beat fuses the raw attitude of 90s hip-hop with unexpected modern elements that reflect today’s sonic evolution. Built around a steady 90 BPM foundation, Read more
Soundtrack – A Free Dynamic, Melancholic Rap Instrumental (70 BPM) Some beats carry stories deeper than words. “Soundtrack”, a free rap instrumental created in 2012, is one of them. Built around a simple but evocative piano melody, this 70 BPM track moves with a quiet intensity—melancholic, introspective, and full of Read more
Phoenix – A Free, Dynamic, and Inspirational Rap Instrumental (90 BPM) Sometimes the most powerful music comes from the past—tracks created in a moment of pure inspiration and left behind, waiting to be rediscovered. “Phoenix” is one of those instrumentals. Produced back in 2012 under the pseudonym Barabass, Phoenix combines Read more
Stop, Look, Listen… – A Melancholic, Dynamic 90 BPM Rap Instrumental (Lost & Found Collection) There’s something powerful about old music rediscovered. “Stop, Look, Listen…” is one of those rare instrumentals—melancholic yet dynamic, subtle but full of feeling. Created in 2012 under the pseudonym Barabass, this beat is part of Read more
You Are Everything – Free Positive Synth Rap Instrumental (85 BPM) Sometimes, music from the past carries a timeless energy. That’s exactly what you get with “You Are Everything”, a smooth and uplifting synth-based rap instrumental sitting at a crisp 85 BPM. Originally created back in 2012, this beat is Read more
Can Somebody… – A Lost Gem Reimagining Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson’s Sonny Carson Theme “Can Somebody…” is a powerful, dynamic rap instrumental built on the emotional foundation of Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson’s “Where Do I Go From Here”—also known as the Sonny Carson Theme. Clocking in at 100 BPM, this beat brings cinematic depth Read more
Pavement Sonata – A Rediscovered 90 BPM Piano & Strings Rap Beat (2014) Some beats carry more than just sound—they carry a moment in time. “Pavement Sonata” is one of those rare instrumentals that blends the grit of city streets with the elegance of melody. Built on a foundation of Read more
Chromatic – A Bold, Experimental Synth Rap Instrumental from 2014 Some beats are ahead of their time—and “Chromatic” is one of them. Originally created in 2014, this energetic, experimental rap instrumental blends bright synth layers with dynamic rhythms and an undeniably positive vibe. It stands out for its unique character: Read more
Beacon – A Dark, Experimental Rap Instrumental from the Vault Some beats aren’t made to follow trends—they’re built to explore the unknown. “Beacon” is one of those rare instrumentals that feels like it came from another time and place. Created in 2014 by Barabass Beatmaker, this track is part of Read more
Guitar – A Melancholic Rap Beat Inspired by “Bésame Mucho” (2012) Part of the Lost and Found collection by Barabass Beatmaker, “Guitar” is a hidden gem that’s finally seeing the light of day. Originally created in 2012, this melancholic 100 BPM rap instrumental combines smooth guitar melodies with a steady, Read more