Music Seasonality: A Pseudoscientific Study | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Entertainment

Music Seasonality: A Pseudoscientific Study

Abstract: I have mathematically proven the best time of the year for stoner jams.

75
Music Seasonality: A Pseudoscientific Study
https://www.discogs.com/

Introduction

If you’re anything like our old friend Antonio Vivaldi than you know that different seasons have different sounds. It has even been proven by science! Now, I’m no brilliant composer or esteemed psychologist, but, employing a little pseudoscience, I have taken a crack at placing different music genres into exactly the climates they belong.



Methodology

There are three qualities of music which I have identified as potential factors in music's seasonality. The first, and most obvious is lyrics (“All the leaves are brown, and the sky is gray” - The Mamas and the Papas). Next, consider the sounds and instruments at play (jam bands are big and go on and on, they probably hearken an outdoor space). Finally, music is richly contextual -- of a time and place (Nirvana is from the rainy Northwest, Fats Domino from the swampy bayou). Examine below a few examples -- simple, yet revealing explanations to vibes we already are feeling:



Notation

It goes without saying that this is just my take and that if any type of music hits you at any time of the year, it’s right. What’s important is exploring the subconscious logic behind your moody jam palette. Though there are moments of obviousness (reggae in the summer), the process should ultimately lead to deeper understanding, insights, and doper playlists.



Application and Usage

The full diagram can be explored here. Please note that the spectrum is labeled by coldest weather to warmest (Winter, Fall, Spring, Winter), not chronologically.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
nothing on to-do list

Winter break is a cherished time for many after enduring a grueling fall semester. It’s a time of relaxation and time spent with loved ones over the holidays. However, once the new year rolls around, we’re all ready to go back to school. Here are thoughts every college student has during winter break.

Keep Reading...Show less
Relationships

10 Facts All People In A Large Family Can Confirm During The Holiday Season

The holiday season can be the best and most stressful time of the year, especially when more people are involved.

3067
kids jumping

The holidays are full of lights, sweets, sweaters, and your favorite movies. There's nothing quite like this period from the beginning of December through January. Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years. The fun of it all.

I don't know about you but with my large Italian family something is always going on during this season. It can be the most wonderful time of the year while also being the most hectic. These are a few things you know if your family is anything like mine during this time.

Keep Reading...Show less
10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over
reference.com

To those who celebrate, you just spent an entire day cooking an elaborate meal with all of your favorite foods. You probably ate your body weight in pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes. What happens now? Oh yea, Christmas. It’s time to take out all of the decorations and Christmas themed things that have been sitting in the attic since last year; it’s time to make a reappearance. So, here are 10 things that happen the second Thanksgiving is over.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

18 Things I Want To Do Now That I'm 18

I'm technically an adult, so I'm legally required to live a little, right?

5551
Happy Birthday Cake

For the entirety of my high school career, I was always seen as the goody-two-shoes. I never got in trouble with a teacher, I kept stellar grades, and when I wasn't doing extracurricular activities, I was at home studying. Even when I did go out, it was usually with a bunch of fellow band geeks. The night would end before 11:00 PM and the only controversial activity would be a fight based on who unfairly won a round of Apples-to-Apples when someone else clearly had a better card (I promise I'm not still holding a grudge).

Now that I'm officially an adult, I want to pursue some new things. I want to experience life in a way that I never allowed myself to do prior to entering college. These are the years that I'm supposed to embark on a journey of self-discovery, so what better way to do that than to create a bucket list?

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics

The holiday classics that shaped my life

3481
10 Life Lessons from Christmas Classics
Flickr

The holiday season is full of stress, debt, and forced conversation. While we rush through the month of December, it's important to take a step back and enjoy the moments before they're gone. Most families love to watch Christmas movies, but these beloved films provide more than entertainment. Here are 10 life lessons that I've learned from the holiday classics we watch every year.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments