Topic: Music (conceptual, not technical)
Published: Apr 6, 2026
Read time: 3 min
Musical dissonance creates the emotional tension that makes resolution so satisfying. Understanding this fundamental principle reveals why music moves us across all cultures and genres.
Topic: Music (conceptual, not technical)
Published: Jan 20, 2026
Read time: 3 min
Music creates pleasure not just through beautiful sounds, but by constantly predicting what comes next and then either confirming or cleverly violating those predictions. Understanding this expectation-play reveals why certain songs give us chills and why unfamiliar music can sound 'wrong.'