STUDY: Techno “Least Effective” Genre at Reducing Anxiety

Music has gotten us through hard times over the past year — for many of us, even through mental health struggles. But according to a recent study, techno may not be the best option for reducing anxiety. Research conducted by the Vera Clinic observed 1540 individuals between ages 18 – 65, who were played a …

Diving Into “WAVE,” The New Genre That’s Sure To Blow Up In 2021

When we were sourcing artists for our annual Top 40 Artists To Watch list this past December, I reached out to a few friends to help round out the final artists we needed to fill the list. Among them was Deadcrow, whose track “Hive Mind” made him an immediate clear choice. Later, when the list …

Neovaii Drop Genre Defying and Sound Design Masterclass on New Album, ‘Dawn’

We have the privilege to showcase Neovaii latest addition to his beloved portfolio with his album, ‘Dawn’. Dawn provides a diverse platform of the talented producers flexing of sound design and production prowess. Throughout this groundbreaking album Dawn you can hear Neovaii’s many influencers from Alternative rock, dubstep, trap to pop. Having garnered the support …

Spotify Supports Mental Health As Fast-Growing “Genre” In Music & Podcasts

Spotify says Mental Health is one of its fastest-growing “genres” across the platform with an over 50% rise of interest in 2020. According to a new report, playlists and music related to mental health — particularly keywords including “calm,” “mindfulness,” and “self-care” — are what users are seeking out. Compared to 2019, these keywords are …