1989
Radano uses this analysis to explore how sound functions within social spaces, a theme that directly overlaps with the career of Max Neuhaus:
- Social Control vs. Aesthetic Awareness: Radano discusses how Muzak aims to influence behavior and productivity through a "stimulus progression". In contrast, Neuhaus’s sound art—such as his permanent installation at Times Square—is cited by scholars as a "counter-Muzak". While Muzak is designed to be ignored, Neuhaus’s work is designed to be discovered, shifting the listener from passive consumption to active, self-aware perception.