Recently, it was discovered that the human brain has a set of nerve cells that are entirely dedicated to responding to the sound of music. This has largely debunked the belief that musical appreciation is […]
Music
Staggering Amount Of Time Teens Use Digital Media Is More Than They Spend Sleeping
We all know that today’s teenagers spend lots of time checking social media, texting, listening to music and watching television – sometimes all at once. What is staggering is how much time kids actually spend […]
Spotify’s Business Model Reduces Piracy But To The Detriment Of Other Music Sites
Findings of a new study of online music piracy shows that popular music site Spotify’s policy of offering free music downloads is an effective way to convert pirates into customers that pay. The policy was […]
Study Shows That Bach Is A Big Hit With Unborn Babies
You can expect sales and downloads of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Partita in A Minor for Flute Alone – BWV 1013 to dramatically increase following news of research findings of how unborn children first begin to […]
Instagram’s Music Account Has Modest Number Of Followers After April Launch
Instagram responded to the popularity of music-related accounts on its app in April this year with the release of @music, the app’s official music account aimed at connecting users to new and prevailing talents. CEO […]
The President’s Personal Playlists Are Now On Spotify
Ever wondered what songs President Barack Obama listens to? Speculate no more. President Obama on Saturday released two playlists to music streaming service Spotify. The President listens to one during the evening and another during the […]
Listening To Music Found To Significantly Improve Recovery After Surgery
British scientists established on Thursday that listening to music before, during and after surgery eases the pain of the patient, reduces anxiety and minimizes the need for painkilling drugs. After evaluating results from around 7,000 […]
New Study Shows Its Media Companies, Not Spotify, That Keep Artist Payments Low
You would think that the artist gets the biggest cut from streaming music, however a new study finds that’s not actually the case. Berklee College of Music, a prominent Boston-based music school, has recently taken […]
Apple Poised To Crush Free Internet Radio As Rival Spotify Reports Massive Losses
Apple may be better positioned to crush free internet radio, as rival Spotify reported net losses in 2014 of $197m, up near 300% from $68m a year earlier. The losses come as extremely well funded […]
Celeb Backed Music Service Tidal A Predictable Flop
Beware celebrities looking to ‘disrupt’ established industries with powerful players at the top of their game. Tidal, the flashy streaming music service purchased by rapper Jay Z last month, looks set to join the ranks […]