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Couch
Couch
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Background information
Origin	Boston, MA, United States
Genres	Soul-pop; Funk; R&B;
Years active	2018 - present
Members	Zach Blankstein; Jared Gozinsky; Will Griffin; Jeffrey Pinsker-Smith; Ella Redmond; Tema Siegel; Danny Silverston; Eric Tarlin;

main article: Music genre

Psychology of Music Genre Preference

Social Influences on Music Selection

Since music has become more easily accessible (Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, etc.), more people have begun listening to a broader and wider range of music styles. In addition, social identity also plays a large role in music preference. Personality is a key contributor for music selection. Someone who considers themselves to be a "rebel" will tend to choose heavier music styles like Heavy Metal or Hard Rock, while someone who considers themselves to be more "relaxed" or "laid back" will tend to choose lighter music styles like Jazz or Classical music. There are five main factors that exist that underly music preferences that are genre-free, and reflect emotional/affective responses. These five factors are:

A Mellow factor comprised of smooth and relaxing styles (Jazz, Classical, etc.).
An Urban factor defined largely by rhythmic and percussive music (Rap, Hip-Hop, Funk, etc.).
A Sophisticated factor (Operatic, World, etc.)
An Intensity factor that is defined by forceful, loud, and energetic music (Rock, Metal, etc.).
A campestral factor which refers to singer-songwriter genres and country.

Individual and Situational Influences

Gender

Women are more likely than men to respond to music in an emotional way. In addition, studies have shown that while women prefer more treble oriented music, men prefer to listen to bass heavy music. This is sometimes paired with borderline and antisocial personalities.

Age

Age is another strong factor that contributes to musical preference. Evidence is available that shows that music preference can change as one gets older. A Canadien study showed that adolescents show greater interest in pop music artists while adults and the elderly population prefer classic genres such as Rock, Opera, and Jazz.

Couch is an eight-piece soul-pop group from Boston, MA and formed in 2018.^[1]^[2]

Band members

Zach Blankstein - Guitar
Jared Gozinsky - Drums/Percussion
Will Griffin - Bass
Jeffrey Pinsker-Smith - Trumpet, Trombone
Ella Redmond - Lead Vocals
Tema Siegel - Lead Vocals
Danny Silverston - Keyboard
Eric Tarlin - Alto Saxophone, Background Vocals

Discography

Singles

I'm Leavin' (The Na-Na Song) (2019)
Conjunction Junction (2019)
Easy to Love (2019)
Fall Into Place (2020)

References

^ Opton, Miles (2020-01-30). "Couch the Band: Spicing Up Pop". DropSpot. Retrieved 2020-12-31.
^ Wilkinson, Kane (2019-12-02). "Couch – Easy to Love". Dusty Organ. Retrieved 2020-12-31.

External Links

Category:2018 establishments in Massachusetts Category:Musical groups established in 2018 Category:Musical groups from Boston Category:Soul musical groups Category:Funk musical groups Category:Pop musical groups

[1] Opton, Miles (2020-01-30). "Couch the Band: Spicing Up Pop". DropSpot. Retrieved 2020-12-31.

[2] Wilkinson, Kane (2019-12-02). "Couch – Easy to Love". Dusty Organ. Retrieved 2020-12-31.

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