In the 2010s, country music revamped the definition of what a sad country song could be. Sure, there were still quite a few traditional heartbreak ballads about the end of a relationship, like Tim ...

Music can always be a great healing and coping method, and many people turn to it when dealing with losing a loved one. When people grieve, the emotions surrounding one's new reality come in waves.

What is it about listening to those moody, melancholy ballads when we’re feeling down? Sad songs evoke strong emotions and help us feel better when we’re going through hard times, such as a break-up ...

Source: David S. Soriano, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Emotion, in particular sadness, has played an important role in art and music throughout human history and across human cultures. Music, ...

Music has a powerful effect on emotions, shaping our moods and even influencing mental well-being . While upbeat tunes bring ...

Music can heal you in many ways, but nothing comes close to the salve of sad songs when you’re at your lowest. Imagine Emma, who comes home after a long and stressful day at work, dealing with tight ...

Adele’s new album, “30”, is finally available. Last month, hundreds of millions of us streamed its first single, “Easy On Me.” This song evokes feelings not easily put into words. But we can probably ...

People who come to therapy after experiencing a difficult breakup often mention that they have been turning to music as a source of emotional release. They sometimes ponder questions like: “Why am I ...