In his research, Bonshor found that combining a major key, 7th chords, a 137 BPM, a strong beat, four beats in every bar and a structure of verese-chorus-verse-chorus is the best way to compose a ...

A music researcher is revealing the songs most likely to make listeners feel happy -- and it all boils down to a simple formula. Getty Images/Westend61 Pick up on these good vibrations. A UK ...

It’s been a good while since pure joy has won as big as it did today on the Hot 100, with Pharrell Williams’ “Happy” finally landing atop the chart. As noted earlier, Bobby McFerrin’s “Don’t… By ...

One of the cool things about music is how artists can create songs that evoke feelings—and happiness is a common theme. Whether it's a song about sparking joy, looking forward to brighter days, or ...

Life doesn’t always go according to plan, but it’s up to you to push forward and inspire yourself to keep going. Music and music videos have the power to pick us up when we’re down and keep us on a ...

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 ...

"Believe in a little bit of magic." HBO has revealed an official trailer for another fascinating new Music Box documentary ...

It's happening, people: holiday music is here! Don't be ashamed if you've already started blaring these happy hits through your car radio — you may be onto something. Just like decorating early for ...

The former Nashville star's debut album Three. Two. One is out April 24 Benjamin VanHoose is a Staff Editor on the Movies team at PEOPLE. He has written about entertainment and breaking news for over ...

Do you associate minor chords with sad music and major chords with happy music? If you do, you probably grew up surrounded by music that follows the basic rules of Western music theory. But not ...

Upbeat songs are having a surge of popularity in this time of coronavirus gloom. “Happy” by Pharrell Williams and “Get Lucky” by Daft Punk are among the most-played tracks of the last decade. The ...