You Are Not Alone

Got a song stuck in your head? You Are Not Alone: “Kellaris’s previous research into the phenomenon of earworms revealed that “sticky” songs are those that are relatively simple, repetitive, and contain an element that surprises the listener. This incongruous element can be an interrupted pattern, or something that violates expectations of what comes next.” See also here…

One Response to “You Are Not Alone”

  1. ian says:
    February 25th, 2003 at 5:42 pm »

    Just rushing off down the shop for some cinnamon, might also get some popcorn…DOH!

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