FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | June 23, 2015

Why do we love music? (video)

WASHINGTON, June 23, 2015 — Whether it’s rock, hip-hop, classical or deep house, everyone has a favorite kind of music. But why do we love to throw on the headphones and get lost in the beat? It turns out that chemistry plays a big role in your favorite tunes. Watch this week’s Reactions episode, featuring a special appearance from BrainCraft’s Vanessa Hill, to find out why. Check it out here: https://youtu.be/XA7NrrIZtT4.

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