The Haunting Hymn of the Taos Hum

In Taos, New Mexico, a strange, low-frequency hum plagues two percent of the local population. This persistent droning emerges seemingly from nowhere and affects those who hear it without relief. Some attribute “The Taos Hum” to hearing disorders, while others suggest that seismic activity or nearby U.S. military testing may be to blame. But local legends attribute the selective sound to more sinister sources. Inspired by the Amazon Prime exclusive series “Lore,” an anatomy and physiology scholar examines the nature of this unexplained phenomenon. This Great Big Story is a paid contribution by the Amazon Prime Exclusive Series, “Lore.” Watch now on Amazon Prime: SUBSCRIBE: This story is a part of our Human Condition series. Come along and let us connect you to some of the most peculiar, stirring, extraordinary, and distinctive people in the world. Got a story idea for us? Shoot us an email at hey [at] GreatBigStory [dot] com Follow us behind the scenes on