Does music theory make taste objective or does social etiquette make that not even matter? How to overcome undeniable urge to ...

Liking certain things or styles is an important aspect of peoples’ identities and social lives. Tastes can influence the ways humans act and judge. How to best describe musical taste reliably is – due ...

Is it just me, or does everyone secretly think they have the best taste in music? We all enjoy our fair share of fan-favorite radio hits, nostalgic throwbacks, and niche underground tracks that only ...

Music is a powerful summoner of memories. Hearing a favorite, familiar or "throwback" song can instantly transport you to another moment of your life, bringing back details in startling clarity. And ...

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why do we have a certain taste in music, ...