While there isn't a direct "paper" for the track by MoonDark (released on the Dope&Sick label), the themes of deep, "dark" electronic music often intersect with academic research on the psychology of intense emotions and the "dark side" of human experience.
MoonDark's style often resonates with genres like "emo rap" or dark electronic, which serve as emotional outlets for listeners. MoonDark - True Emotions [Dope&Sick]
: Published in ScienceDirect , this paper assesses how chronic stress or trauma shifts emotional responses from social reinforcement to socially-avoidant behavior, potentially explaining the appeal of more solitary, intense musical experiences. 4. Decision-Making and Emotional Processing While there isn't a direct "paper" for the
For a more technical look at why "dark" music feels so cathartic, you can look into the opioid systems of the brain. the themes of deep