There is a distinction between deliberate use of a song to support a particular political campaign, and incidental music in the background at a social function hosted by a political party.
Articles on Songs
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Music, memories and emotions are all linked and certain songs can act as a direct line to our past.
The pianist and vocalist helped Fleetwood Mac weather the changes in the music world.
Whether we’re talking songs that are popular on Spotify, or were Billboard hits through the ‘40s up to recent years, popularity cannot be attributed solely to quantifiable acoustic elements.
It takes time and sustained effort to learn a language. Students need to find enjoyment to sustain their learning – and that’s how songs can make a difference.
Politics have never been that far away from the Eurovision Song Contest. Since its inception, the annual event has reflected the political culture and geopolitical realities of Europe.
Regularly topping lists for ‘greatest song of all time,’ the former Beatle’s classic 1971 song is taken by many as an atheistic anthem.
Unloading about trauma and mental illness is in vogue. But like undressing, it centers musicians’ vulnerabilities at the expense of their artistry.
Some children with autism struggle to express how they feel, but research shows music can help them develop better emotional skills.
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Professor of Music Psychology, Durham University
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Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering, Carleton University
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Professor of Sociology and Secular Studies, Pitzer College
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Associate Professor, Emerson College
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English Language Instructor, University of Cyprus, and PhD Graduate, Charles Sturt University
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Reader in Music, Politics and Society, Newcastle University
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Associate Professor of Education, Charles Sturt University
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Associate Professor of Music Education, Auburn University
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Professor, Systems and Computer Engineering, Carleton University
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PhD Candidate in 19th Century British Literature, University of Washington
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Director, Executive Leadership Academy, University of California, Berkeley
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Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Winchester
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PhD Candidate, Law, Western University
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Professor of American Studies and English, Middlebury College
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Lecturer, Performing Arts Department, Faculty Affiliate, Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology, Washington University in St. Louis