Music

New research suggests lifelong musical practice protects the brain's ability to process speech in noisy rooms, delaying the effects of aging.

A new study reveals that musicians are four times more likely to have synesthesia than non-musicians. The research, published in Perception, found significantly higher rates of sensory crossing—like seeing colors in sound—among music professionals.

Children who excel at keeping the beat may possess brains that mature more slowly, extending their capacity for learning. A new longitudinal twin study indicates that this prolonged development is shaped by both genetic predispositions and musical engagement.

Do listeners look down on AI music? A new study suggests otherwise, finding that people rated pop songs as happier and more awe-inspiring when they believed an AI created them rather than a human.

A new study reveals that humans spontaneously synchronize their eye blinks with musical beats. This involuntary behavior highlights a previously unknown connection between the brain’s auditory processing and the motor system.

A new study suggests that learning an instrument does more than teach melody. Researchers found that musicians have a superior ability to maintain their physical orientation and balance, even without visual cues.

A new brain imaging study reveals that listening to music activates the body’s natural opioid system. The findings suggest melodies trigger the same chemical rewards as biological necessities like food and social bonding.

A new study in Advanced Science reveals the brain uses two parallel networks to recognize familiar sounds. One network processes the sound itself, while a second, deeper network compares it to memory and flags any unexpected changes.

A new study in Psychology of Music reports that musical chills, or frisson, are common during performance. The findings suggest that these sensations reflect strong emotional reactions shaped by musical features, social connection, and personal meaning.

A recent study shows that listening to music temporarily reorganizes brain networks related to time perception.

Some music fans report higher well-being than others, but is the music itself the reason? A groundbreaking genetic study challenges this common belief.

For adults over 70, musical activities may help protect against dementia. New research indicates that frequent music listeners and instrument players had up to a 39 percent lower risk of developing the condition over the study period.

According to a new study, a 20-minute session of relaxing music can significantly reduce mental fatigue. The research identified specific changes in brain activity, providing new neural evidence for music's restorative effects on an exhausted mind.

A new study sought to determine if AI-generated music is as effective as human compositions when paired with video. While the emotional experience felt surprisingly similar, researchers discovered curious physiological signals suggesting our brains process the two very differently.

A cross-cultural study published in PNAS provides evidence that chants share distinct acoustic traits that promote relaxation. These features, including flat pitch and slow tempo, may explain why chanting has persisted in spiritual and healing practices worldwide.