Recently, I’ve become obsessed with lo-fi remixes of video game music on YouTube. Here are a few remixes I recommend checking out if you want to listen to some for yourself.

Today’s viral lo-fi music has a few distinct characteristics, according to a MasterClass guide to lo-fi. One characteristic is a drum loop, either of live drums or a sample, usually set to a ...

Interest in lo-fi music surged in recent years. According to Google Trends, searches for the term “lo-fi” on YouTube have tripled since 2020.

Lo-fi hip-hop videos garnered more views in 2020 than in any previous year, according to YouTube Music. But even with more than 1 billion combined views, those numbers don’t tell the full story.

Lo-fi wraps you in predictable, soft sound, protecting your thinking from the unpredictable and harsh outside world. That helps you relax and focus. You get more done as a result.

Key points Music plays a crucial role in boosting dopamine levels in the brain. Lo-fi’s repetitive yet nonintrusive soundscapes help minimize distractions. Studies indicate that music can aid in ...