Music streaming services are full of ‘functional playlists’ that are designed to provide audio assistance at various times of the day. Getting up in the morning, exercising and relaxing, for example.
Some of the most popular such playlists are devoted to helping you work or study, and typically feature sweeping, chilled-out soundscapes with minimal rhythmic drive. However, new research suggests that it could actually be ‘groovier’ music that's better suited to boosting brainpower and mental agility.
