New Music Library, RIVAL, Brings Their A-Game in Producing Music for Sports

Feb 26, 2025

1 min read

The spectacle of sports is best delivered on a platter of sounds that capture all the excitement and the drama that only competition can bring. From pre-game beats to broadcast intros to highlight reels, very few music libraries can lay claim to be the masters of this realm. Now, a new player just entered the game.

Introducing RIVAL, a boutique music library devoted to producing hi-quality music for sports.

Watch RIVAL co-founder Ben MacDougall Talk About the New Library.

Check out RIVAL’s catalog now, and watch the library trailer below.

All tracks are available for licensing through APM Music.

1 Comment

RosieSkinner121

Oct 26

I like how this article highlights the importance of music in capturing the energy and drama of sports, from pre-game hype to exciting highlight reels. It’s interesting how the right soundtrack can make a big moment feel even more intense, and I think the same thing applies to video games. A powerful soundtrack can turn an ordinary match into an unforgettable experience, especially in competitive games where every second counts. It would be exciting to see more creative collaborations between sports music producers and game developers. Even during FFbetatesting, music and sound design can make a huge difference in how engaging a game feels!