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Music in Commercials
How does our favorite music end up in commercials?

Jingle Quiz
Finish that jingle by filling in the blanks

Selling out? Or paid publicity?
Who is and isn't selling their music?

The Walkmen and their Car Commercial
An interview about selling music to a car company

Making Music
What does it take for a band to end up on the radio?

Is your favorite song in a new commercial? How did that happen?

Music plays a big part in commercials. Advertisers use music to create a certain mood or style. Music in commercials can also help people remember a product through a catchy jingle.

Find out the story about your favorite music by clicking on some sections on the right.

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