I am a huge fan of music. I listen to music every single day and I like to specifically listen to it when I am doing certain tasks. For instance, when I am cleaning up the house I like to crank up some Phil Collins or some type of 80’s mixture because for some reason gives me energy to knock out the stuff that I keep putting off. When I am driving, long or short distances, I usually listen to BPM on Sirius which is like a mixture of Dance / Techno Music and that keeps me from falling asleep. And when I design I usually go for some Hip Hop or Techno, it is just really inspiring to me. So here is my question.

Does music directly impact the design you are working on at the moment?

Is it possible for you to listen to some Rob Zombie while designing a piece for your local symphony? Sure, but I would think it would some how directly affect the overall design. Although you may be the type of person that can concentrate and keep the audience in mind while listening to your own choice of music. I like to think I can do that….. but then again a lot of my work has similar effects and design styles to it…hmm.

Thoughts? What do you guys listen to?