Ep. 35 The Psychology of Scary Music: Why Horror Soundtracks Terrify Us

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The Sound Mind

Sophia Omarji

35 episodes

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The Sound Mind is where music meets psychology. Hosted by music psychologist Sophia Omarji, this podcast explores the science behind how music shapes our minds, emotions, and everyday lives. Whether you're a music lover, a psychology enthusiast, or simply curious about the power of sound, The Sound Mind offers fresh insights into the melodies that move us. Tune in every Wednesday for new episodes to discover music in a whole new way. Follow us on Instagram: @thesoundmindtalks | For business inquiries, contact: thesoundmindtalks@gmail.com

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Ep. 35 The Psychology of Scary Music: Why Horror Soundtracks Terrify Us

The Sound Mind

33 minutes 23 seconds

2 weeks ago

Ep. 35 The Psychology of Scary Music: Why Horror Soundtracks Terrify Us

In this episode, we explore why scary music scares us and why we secretly love it. Through the psychology of sound, evolution, and emotion, we uncover how horror composers tap into our deepest instincts to create fear through the manipulation of frequency, silence, and dissonance. We trace how the sound of fear has evolved and what it reveals about our relationship with emotion, control, and thrill. We also unpack why some of us seek out fear for pleasure, and how scary music offers a safe space to experience intensity, release, and even joy.

CHAPTERS:

0:00 Intro

01:19 The Evolutionary Function of Fear in Sound

08:44 The Tricks Behind Scary Music

17:06 Why We Love to Be Scared

24:26 How Scary Music Has Evolved

31:58 Summary and Outro

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