People love to talk about music that they claim helps them carry on through life. I’m not here to knock that concept, but rather I’d like to present an example of how Nine Inch Nails’ Tron: Ares score actually could save a life! It’s not through biodigital jazz, or Trent Reznor’s soothing vocals on “Who Wants To Live Forever?” Actually, it’s all in the beats, man.
More specifically we’re talking about the “beats per minute” on the picture’s big single, “As Alive As You Need Me To Be.” According to American Heart Association, Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ band branded tune is “the right tempo for Hands-Only CPR,” clocking in at 107 BPM. So it would appear that the single promoting Disney’s Tron three-quel sounds like it’s good for more than a pressure release from existential angst.
And yes, those of you in the audience that are shouting about how the Bee Gee’s “Stayin’ Alive” has the same distinction are right. In fact, if you head over to a blog from the UT Southwestern Medical Center, there’s lists of all sorts of songs from the ‘70s straight through to today that can guide you in this noble act.
Of course, you’ll still need to research proper Hands-Only CPR procedures before even attempting to use those skills. Trust me, doing this wrong could cause more harm than good. So before you even think of testing this on your buddies, seek out a trusted source of demonstration and study up.
With today’s health based PSA out of the way, you can now see Tron: Ares in confidence, knowing that you just might save someone’s life through the power of The Grid! Though you may still want to read our Tron: Ares Crash Course – just in case you feel a bit rusty on the lore going in. The Jared Leto-led sci-fi action romp opens next week, with some early access shows, as well as the Tron IMAX double feature, that might be available in your area. So check your local listings carefully, Users. -End of Line-
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