The science behind what makes a hit single

3 February 2012, 6:19 pm

A British researcher discusses his group's computer analysis of why some pop songs soar and others flop. The anatomy of a hit song has remained a mystery to researchers looking to dissect what makes some songs soar to the top of the charts and others land with an embarrassing flop.... Read More »

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