Raise your hand if you often find yourself in need of a good cry. Okay, all of us? Now raise it even higher if you like to lean into those feelings by throwing on a masterfully crafted playlist full ...

Amy Winehouse performs during the 46664 concert in celebration of Nelson Mandela's life at Hyde Park on June 27, 2008 in London. Sadness takes on different forms, from regret to depression to loss; ...

If you want to take a scientific approach to your next playlist, boy have we got some good news for you. In 2022, music expert Analiese Micallef Grimaud and data company HappyOrNot decided to team up ...

The kind of music you listen to can vary from day to day but there is one thing that is certain: Sometimes, a good "sad girl" tune really can make you feel seen. Part of the joy of finding the right ...

Music has a powerful effect on emotions, shaping our moods and even influencing mental well-being . While upbeat tunes bring ...

It’s not because they make us sad but because they help us feel connected, a new study suggests. Credit...Pablo Delcan Supported by By Oliver Whang When Joshua Knobe was younger, he knew an indie rock ...

An artist is a sort of emotional or spiritual historian. His role is to make you realize the doom and glory of knowing who you are and what you are. — James Baldwin, "The Doom and Glory of Knowing Who ...