RetroRide Originals

Stories and soundtracks that move with you.

Stories, music, and moments that move your city. Watch short series, listen to exclusive tracks, and catch live sessions made for the ride.

What are RetroRide Originals

RetroRide Originals is the entertainment side of your journey. From short series and audio stories to original music and live sessions, everything is designed to pair with the feeling of moving through a city. Sample highlights on the web, then enjoy full experiences right inside the RetroRide app.

Short shows built for the ride

City stories, doc shorts, creator features, and ambient night films. Made to fit your commute, a quick errand, or the ride home.

Watch. Listen. Ride.

City Stories

Video

Music Hub

Music

Exclusive tracks, era playlists, Quiet Ride sets, and artist spotlights. Made to play inside RetroVibe: Music Era Mode.

Voices

Audio

Mini audio stories, curator intros, landmark clips that pair with History Mode. Perfect when you want sound without screens.

Moments

Live

Pop ups, premieres, creator sessions, and city takeovers. See what is happening this month and RSVP in the app.

Play it in the App.  

How to listen and watch in RetroRide

  1. Open RetroRide and tap Originals

  2. Choose Series or Music Hub

  3. Tap Play in RetroVibe for music, or Watch for video

  4. Use Quiet Ride and low light UI for minimal distraction

Community Connection

Community tie-in

Backseat Stories
Real riders and drivers share the moments that make a city special. Read highlights on the site, post and comment in the app.

For artists and creators

Have a story, track, or short you want to pitch

  • Review Creator guidelines

  • Submit through Pitch to Originals

  • We review monthly and follow up by email

Accessibility and availability

 

  • Captions on video and lyrics or transcripts on audio where available

  • Large type and high contrast player controls

  • Originals and full music playback available in the app, city by city

  • Rights vary by region

 

 

FAQ

What is RetroRide Originals

RetroRide Originals is the entertainment side of the RetroRide app. It includes short series, exclusive music, audio stories, and live events designed to match the feeling of moving through a city.

How do I watch or listen

You can sample highlights on the web. Full playback is available in the RetroRide app under the Originals tab.

Do I need to pay extra

No. Originals is included with the app. Some live events or special releases may require a ticket.

Content and features

What types of content are available

  • Original Series: short films, city stories, and doc shorts

  • Original Music: exclusive tracks, playlists, and RetroVibe tie-ins

  • Original Audio: curator intros, mini stories, landmark clips

  • Original Live: premieres, creator sessions, and city takeovers

How long are episodes or tracks
Most episodes run 2 to 12 minutes. Music tracks range from singles to curated playlists.

Can I download Originals
Offline viewing or listening depends on rights. The app will show if download is available for that title.

How is this different from Backseat Stories

Backseat Stories are user posts in the Community stream. Originals are produced shows, tracks, and sessions curated by RetroRide.

Can I share Originals to my Community feed

Yes. Tap Share inside the app to post to your Community stream, or send to friends.

Creators and artists

Can I pitch a show or music to Originals

Yes. We accept pitches from filmmakers, musicians, and creators. See the “For Artists and Creators” section for guidelines and submissions.

Do creators get credited

Yes. Approved projects show creator credits inside the app and on Originals web pages.

Accessibility and availability

Are captions and transcripts available

Yes. Captions are provided on video where possible. Transcripts or lyrics are available on most audio content.

Is Originals available in every city

Content can be browsed anywhere, but some rights are region-specific. Availability varies by city.

Live events

What is Originals Live

Special premieres, pop-ups, and artist sessions. Events are announced in the app and may require RSVP.

Can I attend in person

Some Live events are in-app only, while others have local meetups you can RSVP to through RetroHub Community.

Does Originals use my data

Playback preferences stay on your device. Location is only used if you connect Originals content with ride features like RetroVibe or History Mode.