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TikTok is "Hooked" on The Song House

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The Song House is a songwriter house in Nashville, Tennessee where all levels of writers and artists come together to develop music. Every week, 12-15 songwriters are challenged to write a hook in...

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Olivia Rodrigo's Journey: One Year Since her First Album Release

May 27, 2022

It’s been one year since the young pop-star, Olivia Rodrigo, released her first music album “Sour”. Since her debut, Olivia Rodrigo has won 3 Grammy Awards and named Women of the Year in 2022.

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Doja Cat Overwhelmed With Fame Took To Twitter To Quit Music Career

March 31, 2022

​​After a cancelled performance at the Asuncionico festival in Paraguay Doja cat received backlash from fans claiming the singer neglected them outside of her hotel. After the many complaints from...

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With T.O.P.'s Departure from YG due to mental health struggles, is this the End of Big Bang?

April 11, 2022

After a long 4 year’s K-pop group Big Bang makes a comeback to the music scene with the song “Still Life.” This song has become another banger from the group reminding fans of the music they once...

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Broadway’s KPOP To Premiere Late 2022

April 6, 2022

The first theatre production highlighting the global takeover of the K-Pop industry will be making its Broadway debut later this year, with its opening night scheduled for November 20, while...

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Ed Sheeran Slams “Damaging” Lawsuits Against Songwriters Amidst Copyright Case Victory

April 6, 2022

Over the past month, singer Ed Sheeran has been battling a copyright trial, accusing him of plagiarizing his 2017 hit song, “Shape of You” the song’s resemblance to their song, “Oh Why” Sami Chokri...

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Silk Sonic’s “Leave The Door Open” Wins Record of The Year at the 2022 Grammys

April 5, 2022

If you’ve been on social media for the past few months, odds are you’ve probably heard of the iconic viral hit, “Leave The Door Open” by Silk Sonic on just about every corner of the internet.

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5 Upcoming K-Pop Debuts To Watch For 2022

April 2, 2022

Debut: April 2022 After having competed on the reality survival show, “My Teenage Girl”, the seven-member group CLASS:y was formed, signing a seven-year contract with label, M25. The group was...

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Here’s What You Need To Know About Queendom 2

April 1, 2022

Queendom returned for its long awaited second season (hosted by Girls Generation’s Tayeon) and here’s all you need to know: Queendom is a South Korean reality-survival show in which six girl groups...

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Bobby Shmurda Is Finally Out Of His Epic Deal

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Bobby Shmurda has finally been released from his deal with Epic Records following his own plea for his release on social media stating, “I did six years in jail trying to get off this label before...

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BIGBANG Make History With “Still Life” Comeback After 4-Year Hiatus

April 5, 2022

Alas, BIGBANG have finally made their long-awaited return to the spotlight with their new single, “Still Life” – a heartfelt ballad about the perils of growing up and learning from your past. As...

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Jack Harlow Samples Fergie’s “Glamorous” in Viral TikTok Snippet

April 5, 2022

Last week, Louisville heartthrob Jack Harlow dropped a 13 second snippet of a new song he’d been working on that samples Fergie’s hit, “Glamorous” and it immediately went viral on TikTok within...

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🎧 How Mix Master Can Literally Grow Your Brain - and Change Your Life

Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet

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Most people think of Mix Master as a game that helps you train your ears — but beneath the fun challenges and glowing faders, something much deeper is happening. Every time you play, you’re not just getting better at mixing music. You’re actually reshaping your brain

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đź§  The Science of Sound and Neuroplasticity

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Neuroscientists have long known that playing music and video games, can physically increase gray matter in the brain.

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*Super Mario has been shown in scientific studies to improve certain brain functions — particularly those related to spatial navigation, strategic planning, memory, and motor coordination. 🧠🎮*

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‍Mix Master does the same — but through sound.

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Each time you adjust a fader, detect subtle EQ shifts, or balance reverb, you activate regions of the brain linked to focus, creativity, coordination, and emotional intelligence.
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Here’s how:

🎧 1. Sharpen Your Listening - Strengthen Your Relationships

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‍Brain Region: Auditory Cortex

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Each time you adjust EQ, reverb, or panning, you’re rewiring your auditory cortex to detect subtle nuances. That means you don’t just hear music better - you hear people better too. You pick up tone, intent, and emotion, which makes you more empathetic and present in conversations.

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Result: Better communication. Deeper connections. Sharper awareness of the world around you.

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⚡ 2. Strengthen Focus and Memory

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Brain Region: Prefrontal Cortex

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Mixing demands memory - remembering what you heard seconds ago, testing variations, and planning adjustments. This stimulates the prefrontal cortex, which governs focus and problem-solving.

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Result: You’ll find it easier to concentrate, retain information, and make confident, well-timed decisions in work and life.

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đź§­ 3. Build Spatial Awareness and Coordination

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Brain Region: Parietal Lobe

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Balancing a stereo field is like managing a 3D space with sound. Your parietal lobe processes that - the same region used for physical coordination and spatial awareness.

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Result: Improved physical coordination, better organization, and a stronger sense of presence in your environment.

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🎨 4. Refine Creative Judgment and Taste

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Brain Region: Orbitofrontal Cortex

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When you decide what “sounds right,” you’re building neural circuits of taste and creative judgment. That’s the same mental muscle behind design, leadership, and emotional decision-making.

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Result: Sharper creative instincts and confidence in your own ideas - whether mixing music or making life choices.

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🎛️ 5. Improve Timing and Emotional Balance

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Brain Region: Cerebellum

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Mix Master’s gameplay - moving faders, adjusting effects in time - trains your cerebellum. Beyond physical coordination, the cerebellum also plays a huge role in emotional balance.

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Result: Better rhythm in both movement and mindset - more calm under pressure, more control in chaos.

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đź’Ž 6. Boost Motivation and Confidence

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Brain System: Reward Pathways (Dopamine Circuits)

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Every completed module releases a burst of dopamine - your brain’s natural “motivation molecule.” It rewards progress, reinforces learning, and keeps you striving for more.

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Result: Resilience. Momentum. And a lasting sense of growth - both musically and mentally.

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🌱 The Bigger Picture: A Better, Smarter, More Creative You

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Mix Master isn’t just a game. It’s a creative cognitive gym - a place to train your ears, your focus, and your intuition simultaneously. By mastering sound, you’re mastering yourself.

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Mix Master grows your brain by teaching you how to hear, think, and create like a true artist - one fader at a time.

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🎧 How Mix Master Can Literally Grow Your Brain - and Change Your Lifehow-mix-master-can-literally-grow-your-brain---and-change-your-lifeMark AndrewsOct 23, 2025Discover how Mix Master strengthens your brain just like an instrument - training focus, creativity, and emotional intelligence through the science of sound.