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Music Developed to Bring Us Together, Says New Study

Throughout the world, music is almost always a group event that bonds people.

The First Song Played On Mars

One small sound for man; one giant song for mankind.

The Hidden Reference to The Beatles in Old Macs

One Apple engineer decided to let it beep.

President Richard Nixon with the cast of the musical 1776 after a performance in the East Room of the White House in 1970. Nixon lobbied to have the song "Cool, Considerate Men" removed from the show; he finally succeeded when a prominent campaign supporter of his produced the movie version and had the footage deleted.

10 Star-Spangled Facts About the Musical 1776

The winner of three Tony Awards (including Best Musical), '1776' might be the most improbable hit in Broadway history.

Recorded History: The Sony Walkman Turns 40

How Superman, summer vacation, and classical music created a portable music phenomenon that celebrates its 40th anniversary this month.

What Differentiates Human Drummers From Machines? Fractals.

A pair of studies shows human musicians make errors that form fractal patterns, which appeal to the listener.

6 Famous Jingles by Barry Manilow

Even if you're not a Fanilow, you've almost certainly gotten some of Barry Manilow's handiwork stuck in your head.

A History of McDonald's Hip-Hop TV Ads: mcdonalds.hiphop

Rapping McNugget MCs, breakdancing Ronald, and tons more.

The Musicians Who Scared the Soviet Union in the '80s

In 1985, the Soviet propaganda machine accused Western bands of spreading racism, homosexuality, and anti-Soviet myths.

9 Major Awards Whose Owners Sold Them Off For Cold Hard Cash

Oscars and NBA championship rings can fetch high prices at auction.

15 Pop Songs That Stalled At Number Two

A little love for some great songs that never quite topped the chart.

15 Perfectly Safe Things That Were Once Considered Dangerous

Lots of stuff is more dangerous than we realized. But some things people once considered dangerous aren't harmful at all.

Man Listens to ABBA's 'Dancing Queen' for 5 Hours, Survives

"You can dance! You can jive! Having the time of your liiiiiife!" (DO NOT ATTEMPT.)

Science Proves the Supreme Power of Bassists

Humans are better at following a rhythm when it's low pitched.

15 Rocking Facts about the Gibson Les Paul

One hundred years ago today, Lester Polsfuss was born in Wisconsin.

The Lord of the Rings—Starring The Beatles?

John Lennon was set on making a Fab Four Fellowship happen.

15 Electrifying Facts About the Fender Stratocaster

More than six decades after its introduction, the Fender Stratocaster is still one of rock 'n' roll’s most iconic electric guitars. Here’s everything you need to know about the beloved Strat.

5 Sounds You Probably Can't Hear

Think you have perfect hearing? There are still plenty of sounds in the world that you can’t detect.

You Can Be Taught Perfect Pitch—Even as an Adult

Nonmusical adults can be taught to identify notes—especially if they have good memories.

"Puff, The Magic Dragon" Restaurant Chain is in the Works

If the company that created the Rainforest Cafe has its way, you could soon be eating in a "Puff, The Magic Dragon"-themed restaurant.

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