How Music Can Make Your Online Casino Experience Even More Epic

Step through the doors of one of our bustling land-based casinos across the pond and you'll discover an epic experience for all your senses. We're talking awesome restaurants, eye-catching game graphics, super comfortable lounging areas and, of course, the sound of chips, dice and plenty of excited winners.  

But those aren't the only things you'll hear on the casino floor! Nuh-uh. From Vegas-style residencies to in-game soundtracks, y'all can expect a treat for your ears around every corner. And the same applies to online casinos. 

After all, music is the perfect way to set a scene and take a casino from 'cool' to 'epic'. Wanna know how? We got you. Keep scrolling to find out more. 

The effect of music explained 

Scroll through the history of mankind and you'll find stacks of references to folks making music throughout the ages. More than just background noise, music is an art that's been used to tell stories and stir up emotions for as long as we can remember. 

Ever wondered why music is so good at stirring up emotions? Well, plenty of others have. In fact, hundreds of bright sparks in the science world have carried out studies to find the reason. What they found is super impressive: Music has been shown to light up nearly all of the brain's regions and networks, including the parts in charge of your emotions and memory. 

That's right, bud. Listen to a hit track and the area of your brain in charge of your emotions will kick into action. By signaling the release of certain neurochemicals, music has been proven to positively impact anxiety, mood, memory, sleep and more. 

And that's not even going into the details of different music genres! Research also shows that different types of music can have different effects on people's behaviour and mood. You don't need to be a scientist to see the impact – just think about your everyday life. 

Hosting a chilled dinner party? We bet you've got a slow jazz playlist queued up. Watching the freshest thriller movie? There'll be a slick surround sound delivering all the tension-building sound effects. And don't get us started on the music playing in your local spin studio. They've gotta get you to 170rpm somehow. 

How music can turn up the action 

Once you've brushed up on the research into the effect of music, it's easy to see how music can take a casino experience to the next level. Looking for the TDLR? We got you. Music...

Sets the atmosphere 

Just like restaurant and bar owners, casino hosts and game creators use music to set the tone of the room, which is why you'll hear plenty of lively music while playing casino games.  

By playing fun, upbeat music, the atmosphere will feel even more fun and upbeat. It's as simple as that. 

Creates an immersive experience 

Just like a movie, online casino games can be entire worlds for people to dive into. Game creators invite players to immerse themselves in super creative graphics and soundtracks – all designed to make them feel as though they're part of the story as it unfolds.  

And you can bet the creators have put a lot of thought into how the soundtrack can inspire the right emotions. Take the King Kong Cash slot series from Blueprint.  

Set in the depths of the jungle, King Kong Cash slot games follow the famous gorilla as he and his buds search for treasure. To transport the player into the world of King Kong’s kingdom, Blueprint has packed these slots with plenty of rainforest sounds to listen to.  

We're talking raining coins, upbeat drums and snippets from Kong himself - all designed to turn King Kong Cash into a fast-paced, action-packed slot that thrills. Even the reels coming to a stop make a sound, which builds the all-important anticipation that makes casino games so awesome. 

Slower-paced games will feature music with less beats per minute, to encourage players to kick back and play their moves at a leisurely pace. 

Adds even more entertainment 

Just like art or reading, music is a popular form of entertainment. After all, how many people enjoy plugging into a new playlist in their downtime? 

By throwing some tunes into the mix with the games, online casinos are adding even more entertainment to your online playing experience! 

The history of music in gambling 

Rewind through the history of casinos and you'll find evidence of music being used to set the tone of an establishment from the start.  

Take the early days. In the 1800s, folks would play the piano and sing in their local public houses and casinos, where cowboys in the Wild West would enjoy their version of poker. Casinos were casual spaces back then, focused on the game at hand rather than flash buildings. 

Fast forward to the 1920s and we're in the prohibition era, when gambling was banned in the USA, sending casino players to back rooms and basements to enjoy a bet. During this time, jazz music was all the rage and was played in many of the underground casinos.  

Post-prohibition, the owners of the now-legal land-based casinos were on a mission to meet the demand for luxurious casinos offering exciting entertainment. Enter the big players: Elvis, Sinatra and Liberace could all be found putting the 'show' in the show business of casinos.  

Our very own Tropicana Las Vegas casino was famous for hosting awesome shows that secured Bally's reputation for delivering epic experiences to casino players. We’re talking Louis Armstrong, Wayne Newton, Count Basie and more.  

Fast forward to the present day and casinos boast pop artists, rock artists and everything in-between. There's even background music streaming onto the casino floor, so folks can enjoy audio entertainment while trying the latest games on the block.  

There's music on online casinos, too. Though this came a while after the first online casino was invented (the early internet wasn't exactly high-tech by today's standards), it wasn't long before online casino players could hear sound while taking a game for a spin. 

Exactly where you'll find music on online casino sites 

Also known as virtual casinos, online casino sites are designed to deliver the authentic land-based gaming experience to your fingertips.  

Sure, online casinos might not feature slick speakeasy lounges or bass-filled bars like land-based casinos, but they pack all the sound into the games, instead. Some casino sites may play music in the background as visitors browse the games on offer, but the majority keep the tunes inside the games to avoid overloading their members' senses. So, if you're hoping to hear some tunes while playing online, then head to the games.  

Talking of games, here at Bally Casino, we've got over 900 online casino games offering plenty of chances to experience epic music entertainment!  

From whimsical titles with lilting medleys to bold new slots packing loud beats, you're bound to find a game track to suit your mood. We've even got music-themed games, such as Guns 'n' Roses and Wheels of Rock, sitting pretty for you to rock out to. 

Just hit the 'JOIN NOW' button to check them out for yourself. 

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