We could have probably guessed the outcome of this study, but nonetheless it's good to have it officially confirmed.
In order words, the next time you need an excuse to go to yet another gig, just cite 'science, biatch' and you'll be sorted.
A study of 1000 people by researchers at Deakin University in Victoria, Australia found that going to any sort of communal musical event - whether it was a festival, a gig, or simply a disco with your friends - resulted in 'higher levels of satisfaction with their lives.'
The most important part, however, was the communal aspect of sharing music with other people. So get out of your bedrooms, get the headphones off and improve your 'social wellbeing' by having an oul dance around.
