Do you listen to music while you play?

#1 3rd May 2015, 8:29 PM

Sorry if there is a similar post but I was wondering if anyone listened to music while they played.
Does it affect your playing style?
Do you listen to music in LIVE games (if you play Live)?
What musician/band does your playlist consist of?

I listen to music in the backround when I play online but I don't in live games and sometimes I feel the music helps me relax and play better online but I never tried in a live game which I will next time to see how it affects it, just curious on other player's thoughts on the subject.

#2 3rd May 2015, 8:42 PM

Not in live games, but online poker I tend to listen to music w/o lyrics like electronic. If there are lyrics then I can't focus on the game because I'm trying to sing along haha.

#3 5th May 2015, 8:58 AM

haha thats funny, i just listened to music today at a low volume so i can hear what other people were saying and converse with and i think it helped me past time and not get bored easily which is crucial because when i get bored i tend to make bad moves

#4 5th May 2015, 10:13 AM

I listen to trance music so I'm relaxed

#5 5th May 2015, 10:56 AM

I cant play online poker without music,i only listen rap music

#6 5th May 2015, 7:25 PM

every time i go play live, i take my ipod with me as well as some noise cancelling earphones. listening to slot machines continually going off for 2-3 hours is just about enough to drive me bat shit crazy

#7 6th May 2015, 12:49 AM

Sometimes I do. It depends on my mood, the amount of tournaments I'm playing, etc.

And there's a wide range of music I could listen to while playing poker, again, depending on my mood.

#8 6th May 2015, 1:47 AM

Hi there. I think it depends on the game. I tend to play on low so i can hear what people are saying. Be careful because some casinos have bad beats and playing with your ipod/iphone can void the bad beat.

#9 6th May 2015, 7:53 PM

I always listen to music while playing online. During recent CC FT $150 freeroll I listened Slade's Oh LaLa in La all the time but it did't help - I was eliminated.

#10 7th May 2015, 10:26 AM

motivation musik

#11 7th May 2015, 5:51 PM

I love to listen to music. Especially uplifting classic.I Love Tchaikovsky,Vivaldi. But with this music I don't play.To play well under favorite songs.

#12 8th May 2015, 11:27 PM

the main reason i play online poker is to have something to do so i can listen to music.

so techically i dont listen while i play, i play while i listen

#13 15th May 2015, 8:15 AM

Yes of course and I do not imagine the online game without music.Things like TV contrary distract me, but the music helps to cheer up and to cope with difficult moments at the table.

#14 15th May 2015, 11:57 AM

Ambient , lounge ,chillout mainly by radio

#15 15th May 2015, 6:23 PM

If you're a grinder, you need a good old fashioned work song. For example:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DpVYKuSfnY

Cheers!

#16 6th June 2015, 9:09 AM

I love/ always listen to music when I play! it seems when im listening to music I play much better and im more observant!!

#17 6th June 2015, 11:36 AM

I love listen to different music in the on line poker, that usually - that I have added to the play sheet in vk.com.

#18 6th June 2015, 11:41 AM

absolutely !!! all different kinds
i like listening to podcasts and such too while playing

#19 6th June 2015, 7:14 PM

Sometimes I do. That relaxes me and I play better poker and don't get tilted so fast.

#20 6th June 2015, 7:36 PM

Listen to music if anything noisy distracts me. Music is better (but silence is the best).

#21 12th September 2015, 9:53 PM

Do you listen to music when you play poker? If so what? Does it affect your play? I listen to everything and I think the more aggressive or very passive makes me aggro

#22 12th September 2015, 9:57 PM

I cant play poker without music,online or live,im with rap music

#23 12th September 2015, 10:06 PM

Yes ... I have different playlists. The most used is called "Bad Beat Moments" lol

#24 12th September 2015, 10:07 PM

I listen to music when playing tourney to avoid boredom and losing concentration .

#25 12th September 2015, 10:09 PM

Originally Posted by rflbarreto

Yes ... I have different playlists. The most used is called "Bad Beat Moments" lol

lol too funny

#26 12th September 2015, 10:33 PM

I usually hear yes, and I think that helps a lot , like rock and think suits the game.

#27 12th September 2015, 10:37 PM

I usually play CD's (remember them) when I am playing and if I win with one playing I keep playing until I lose with it.
It is my only poker superstition.
Did good with The Cream today so they are on for next game.

#28 12th September 2015, 10:40 PM

Music helps in many moments of focus , from the time I remember school as taught by rap verses , so choose music over and win first place !

#29 13th September 2015, 7:01 PM

Yes I listen music while playing poker because it helps me be more focused and relaxes me.

#30 13th September 2015, 8:31 PM

Yes I listen to my playlists all the time when I am playing online! Some good reggae will usually get me in the flow and keep me focused!

#31 13th September 2015, 8:39 PM

Playing online - yes, I can listen to music or have the tv on in the background.

Playing live - I have tried it multiple times and it is wayyy too distracting. I think players just don't like to admit that it is - can't tell you how many times I have seen dealers trying to get the attention of someone with headphones on.

#32 13th September 2015, 9:56 PM

My mind dont work with music as well as when is everything quiet.
I really play with so much more focus, but it may work with many people.

#33 14th September 2015, 1:03 PM

By the way , try to immerse yourself in the game to classical music , it helps relax and let concentrate on the game .

#34 14th September 2015, 2:42 PM

I don't listen to music while I am playing but on the drive to a live tournament usually 2 or 3 hours, I live right in the middle of Florida north to south on the east coast so Tampa, Hollywood or Jacksonville is where I am headed. Anyway It is always Elvis*** Elvis***Elvis Live from Hawaii via satellite followed up with The 68 comeback special after that don't ask me why but I am ready to play.

#35 14th September 2015, 3:10 PM

Originally Posted by smallfrie

I don't listen to music while I am playing but on the drive to a live tournament usually 2 or 3 hours, I live right in the middle of Florida north to south on the east coast so Tampa, Hollywood or Jacksonville is where I am headed. Anyway It is always Elvis*** Elvis***Elvis Live from Hawaii via satellite followed up with The 68 comeback special after that don't ask me why but I am ready to play.

interestin his voice is soothing

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