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The neuroscience of groove: Why certain rhythms make us want to dance
Researchers discovered that rhythms of moderate complexity most effectively ignite our desire to dance. This groove sensation is mirrored in the brain's activity, especially within the left sensorimotor cortex, showcasing a deep link between our sensory experiences of music and motor responses.
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Scientists team up with jazz musicians to reveal the neuroscience of creative flow
A new study unveils how jazz musicians' brains achieve creative flow, highlighting the blend of extensive experience and the release of control, allowing specialized neural networks to operate with minimal oversight.
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New psychology study sheds light on music's role in maladaptive daydreaming
Music deeply influences maladaptive daydreaming, enhancing creativity and emotion in fantasies for many, but acting as a trigger for others, according to new psychology research.
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Extreme metal guitar skills linked to intrasexual competition, but not mating success
New research reveals that guitar skills in extreme metal music are more linked to male competition and status than to attracting mates. The study, focusing on heterosexual male guitarists, suggests that technical proficiency in guitar playing serves more as a display of dominance among peers.
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New psychology research sheds light on the mystery of music enjoyment
A recent study published in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B reveals that both sensory perceptions and cognitive factors independently influence our enjoyment of music.