Description
Book Synopsis: One of the Next Big Idea Club's Favorite Nonfiction Books A Behavioral Scientist Notable Book of 2022 A legendary record producer–turned–brain scientist explains why you fall in love with music.This Is What It Sounds Like is a journey into the science and soul of music that reveals the secrets of why your favorite songs move you. But it’s also a story of a musical trailblazer who began as a humble audio tech in Los Angeles, rose to become Prince’s chief engineer for Purple Rain, and then created other No. 1 hits ,including Barenaked Ladies' "One Week," as one of the most successful female record producers of all time.Now an award-winning professor of cognitive neuroscience, Susan Rogers leads readers to musical self-awareness. She explains that we each possess a unique “listener profile” based on our brain’s natural response to seven key dimensions of any song. Are you someone who prefers lyrics or melody? Do you like music “above the neck” (intellectually stimulating), or “below the neck” (instinctual and rhythmic)? Whether your taste is esoteric or mainstream, Rogers guides readers to recognize their musical personality, and offers language to describe one's own unique taste. Like most of us, Rogers is not a musician, but she shows that all of us can be musical–simply by being an active, passionate listener.While exploring the science of music and the brain, Rogers also takes us behind the scenes of record-making, using her insider’s ear to illuminate the music of Prince, Frank Sinatra, Kanye West, Lana Del Rey, and many others. She shares records that changed her life, contrasts them with those that appeal to her coauthor and students, and encourages you to think about the records that define your own identity.Told in a lively and inclusive style, This Is What It Sounds Like will refresh your playlists, deepen your connection to your favorite artists, and change the way you listen to music. 3 black-and-white photographs; 7 infographics; 2 illustrations Read more
Details
Discover the secrets of why your favorite songs move you with "This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You." This engaging book takes you on a journey into the science and soul of music, unlocking the hidden connections between your favorite tunes and your personality. Written by legendary record producer-turned-brain scientist, Susan Rogers, this book is a must-read for music lovers and curious minds alike.
As you delve into the pages of "This Is What It Sounds Like," you'll be captivated by the story of Susan Rogers, a trailblazer in the music industry. From her humble beginnings as an audio tech in Los Angeles to becoming Prince's chief engineer for Purple Rain, and later producing other chart-topping hits, including Barenaked Ladies' "One Week," Rogers has experienced it all. Now, as an award-winning professor of cognitive neuroscience, she shares her expertise to help you unravel the mysteries of your own musical preferences.
Music has the power to move us, but have you ever wondered why? Susan Rogers reveals the seven key dimensions of any song that trigger our brain's natural response. From lyrics to melody, intellect to rhythm, each individual possesses a unique "listener profile" that shapes their musical taste. With "This Is What It Sounds Like," you'll gain a deeper understanding of your own musical personality and learn how to articulate your preferences with confidence.
Not a musician? No problem! Susan Rogers shows that anyone can be musical simply by being an active, passionate listener. As you immerse yourself in the science of music and the brain, you'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at record-making. Rogers shares her insider knowledge on artists like Prince, Frank Sinatra, Kanye West, Lana Del Rey, and more, giving you a new appreciation for the music that shapes your identity.
Get ready to refresh your playlists, deepen your connection to your favorite artists, and elevate the way you listen to music. "This Is What It Sounds Like: What the Music You Love Says About You" will revolutionize your understanding of the songs that move your soul. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey into the science of music - grab your copy now!
Discover More Best Sellers in Physics
Shop Physics
$17.99


Relativity: The Special and the General Theory - 100th Anniversary Edition
$13.69


Our Solar System: An Exploration of Planets, Moons, Asteroids, and Other Mysteries of Space
$12.74


The Planets: The Definitive Visual Guide to Our Solar System
$20.49


The Making of the Atomic Bomb: 25th Anniversary Edition
$14.99


$26.14
