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December 2, 2022
Our Favourite John Lewis Christmas Advert Songs
Every year, the British public wait patiently to see what the biggest brands have come up with for their annual Christmas adverts.
November 21, 2022
The best national anthems for athletic performance
The 2022 World Cup has been engulfed by conversation around controversy. But despite that, football fans around the world have been excitedly anticipating the FIFA World Cup.
November 16, 2022
Struggling to wake up? Try changing your alarm tune
Some alarms can contribute to sleep inertia where you feel groggy, confused and tired.
October 17, 2022
What makes a song scary?
Whether it’s a spooky semitone or a menacing melody - what features of a song can spark fear?
September 20, 2022
Top of the Pups: These are the best radio stations for dogs
Top of the Pups - what FM is best for our furry friends?
July 1, 2022
The ultimate summer hits according to behavioural science
British summer time is finally here and BBQ season is in full swing, but what’s the recipe for success when it comes to hosting friends and family alfresco?
January 26, 2021
Studio: the power to replicate a perfectly curated atmosphere across an entire estate
At a time where businesses around the world are looking to get people back into stores, cafes and restaurants on squeezed budgets, sustainable and cost-effective customer experience is going to be as important as it’s ever been.
January 6, 2021
Music meets science - The impact of music in retail
“Music is the most powerful form of sound we know that affects our emotional state” – Julian Treasure
December 8, 2020
Startle Music: December Top 10 Songs
Baby, it is cold outside! Christmas is fast approaching, but we promise, there's no Slade in this Top 10!
November 27, 2020
No speakers? No problem.
We're very excited to be fully Google Chromecast enabled.
November 10, 2020
Startle Music: November Top 10 Songs
It’s time for our reveal of the best 10 tracks to check out this month from our Head of Content, James.
October 1, 2020
Startle Music: October Top 10 Songs
Startle’s Head of Content, James, shares his Top 10 tracks to listen to this October.