Why do we stop exploring new music as we get older?

According to an estimate from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, an organisation that represents the international music industry, people around the world spend on average 20.1 hours per week listening to music, up from 18.4 hours in 2021. Multiple studies confirm the sentiments of US songwriter and musician Bob Seger: Today's music ain't got the same soul I like that old time rock ‘n' roll Loading YouTube content Exploring new music Academics use the term "open-earedness" to describe our willingness to explore new music. Others argue against using chronological age as a predictor for stagnant musical taste without first considering the different ways we process and use music across our lifespan. When we stop actively listening to new or unfamiliar music the link between the musical pattern and pleasure is severed. There's a good chance you'll listen to music suggested to you by someone you like and admire keep listening to the music you love, but be willing to revisit long-held beliefs, particularly if you describe your musical taste in the negative ; it's likely these attitudes will stifle your joy don't feel you have to keep up with new music trends.