Dating

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, HowAboutWe. You might just have to rethink your answer to one of dating's most common questions.

It's one of the quintessential (and sometimes dreaded) first date questions: What kind of music are you into?

There's a reason that most people tend to side-step this question with a deft, "A little bit of everything." It's because your taste in music reveals a lot about you to potential partners.

(Read part 2 of this list here.)

Here’s the breakdown:

Bruce Springsteen: You're a monster in the sack.

Rod Stewart: You're gross.

David Bowie: You're selective, but slutty.

Jay Z: You don’t take any sh*t. Or at least you know that you're not supposed to.

Beastie Boys: You believe that loyalty is rewarded.

Arcade Fire: You spend the first third of a relationship in a romantic frenzy and the last two trying to justify it.

The Ramones: Unless you’re over 40, you’re trying to be cool.

Rush: You're a man. And a nerdy one at that.

Led Zeppelin: If you're a woman, you're hot. If you're a guy, you're average.

AC/DC: If you're a woman, you're the kind of person who lets a guy move in with you after three dates because he's temporarily homeless. If you're a guy, you're temporarily homeless.

My Chemical Romance: You’re not so much looking for a boyfriend or girlfriend as someone to share a “f*ckyeahsuperheroeskissing” Tumblr with.

The Pixies: Relax. You're cool.

Talking Heads: You're a good person.

Stevie Wonder: You're husband/wife material.

For more revelations, head to HowAboutWe: What Your Taste in Music Says About You on a Date

Check out more great stories from HowAboutWe:

• Wearing Red Makes You More Attractive, and Other Laws of Human Attraction
• Hilarious Pinterest Pickup Lines
• The Smartest Place to Sit on a First Date

Get your stretch pants ready because Oktoberfest is going strong, and there's only one way to celebrate. Take advantage of this special time by grabbing your best guy or gal and sipping your way through all the festivities with these date ideas. Bonding over beer? Sounds like the perfect time.

Visit a Beer Garden

Believe it or not, many beer gardens are really cute. Full of greenery and even waterfalls, they're a great setting for an afternoon relaxing with your honey.

Go Beer Tasting

There's nothing like discovering new things with your partner, and beer is no exception. Find a bar or restaurant that lets you taste different kinds, and take a few bottles of your favorite home to cheers with later.

Attend a Beer Festival

'Tis the season for beer festivals galore. Find one in your city, don your best lederhosen or dirndls, and tell yourselves you're at the real Oktoberfest in Munich. Do so before it's too late!

Brew Your Own Beer

Take on the challenge together of making your own brew. It can take up to a few weeks, but all the fermenting and bottling will be worth the pay off at the end. Plus, you'll have a good story to tell all your friends.

Tour a Brewery

Getting the inside scoop on where your favorite beer comes from is definitely a date well spent. Pick up some tips for your own brewing, and share a pint once it's over. Cheers!

It's Singles Week, so why not spruce up your dating approach? From new hobbies to a fresh, self-loving attitude, a little bit of change can go a long way — both for your confidence and for your dating habits. Love is in the air this Fall, so boost your odds of meeting someone by following these five simple tips:

1. Sign up for a class. You're not going to meet someone if you're sitting around all day, so take the initiative and join a class of some kind. Whether it's a fitness class or a cooking workshop, you're bound to meet new people — and the more people you know, the more likely it is that you'll find a connection, so boost your odds by getting out there.
2. Stick to smaller groups. A giant crowd of females can be more than a little intimidating, so ease up on the estrogen and go out with just a few close pals instead. A smaller group means less pressure, making it much easier for guys to approach you.
3. Host a get-together. Take matters into your own hands by throwing a casual party for your pals. Encourage them to bring other friends to help you expand your social circle. Keep things low-key — think wine and games, not extra loud dance music — to promote plenty of conversation.
4. Do your own thing. When you're busy and fulfilled, your best self is able to shine through, so pack your planner with whatever it is that makes you feel happiest. Be sure to regularly pencil in some "me time" to lift your spirits and stay satisfied.
5. Prioritize your social life. Love a good cozy night in? It's great to rest every once in a while, but you definitely need to free up some time for a few nights out, too. Putting yourself out there and penciling in a few fun activities each week will improve your mood and help you feel like you're on the right track.