New research suggests music with a “groove” is better than ambient music for productivity

Many streaming platforms offer ‘functional playlists’, often with calm soundscapes designed to boost productivity while working. However, new research suggests “groovier” music may be a better choice to improve brainpower.

A study, completed at New York University and published in the academic journal PLOS One, involved 280 participants split into four groups. Each group listened to different ‘auditory backdrops’ – office noise, pop music, deep focus and work flow...

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