In his research, Bonshor found that combining a major key, 7th chords, a 137 BPM, a strong beat, four beats in every bar and ...

Jo brings her Shiny Happy Playlist, 30 minutes of feel-good music from 7-7.30pm to soundtrack listeners' weekday evening.

Nola Adé makes music for healing. It’s catchy and sumptuous and unique, something to move the listener, both emotionally and physically. And that’s just how she likes it. But getting to this state in ...

Happy songs are hard to write. Most songwriters will agree that it’s much easier to craft a sad tune over minor chords. With upbeat numbers, it’s easier to slip into something cringe-inducing once you ...

Music moves, music soothes and most important, music can improve your mood. Press play on these happy songs for a boost of cheer. The power of music is no joke—it can affect our mind, body and mood.

Life sometimes calls for that upbeat song when everything else has got you down — but what happens when you don't want to cheat on your favorite depressing rock or metal band? Thankfully, some of the ...