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The first pop star was a bird with excellent hooks. Nature invented catchy.

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Beethoven composed music even after going completely deaf. Talent louder than sound.The first “drop the beat” command was issued by a king. The beat dropped, the monarchy followed later.Jazz originated in New Orleans in the early 20th century. Improvisation found a home.The didgeridoo, played by Indigenous Australians, may be over 1,000 years old. Ancient bass, zero cables.The music note A above middle C is tuned to 440 Hz in standard tuning. Universal agreement achieved—miraculously.The first song in 7/8 time was created because the composer couldn’t count under pressure.See all Offbeat Brilliance facts →

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