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  • String Theory and the Music of the Spheres

    In physics, String Theory is a theoretical framework that attempts to explain the fundamental nature of matter and the forces that govern the universe. One way to understand String Theory is by using the metaphor of guitar strings. Imagine a guitar with its strings representing elementary particles such as electrons… Listen ⇢

    String Theory and the Music of the Spheres

  • Top Ten Philosophical Quotes About Music

    Written by OpenAI GPT-3.5-Turbo Listen ⇢

    Top Ten Philosophical Quotes About Music

  • Ethical Concerns About AI Creating Music

    There are several ethical concerns surrounding AI writing music that philosophers and ethicists have discussed. Some of these concerns include: These concerns reflect important ethical considerations that need to be addressed as AI continues to advance in music composition, and they require thoughtful debate and consideration. Written by OpenAI GPT-3.5-Turbo Listen ⇢

    Ethical Concerns About AI Creating Music

  • AI Lyric Analysis: “Tragedy” by Realizing Resonance

    The new song “Tragedy” was released yesterday (7/29/23), and we wanted to see how AI would interpret the lyrics in the context of Aristotle’s philosophy of friendship. ChatGPT 3.5 was spot on; check out its response after reading the lyrics. Listen ⇢

    AI Lyric Analysis: “Tragedy” by Realizing Resonance

  • AI Lyric Analysis: “Wasted Years” by Iron Maiden

    Within the context of the philosophy of time, the song lyrics in Iron Maiden’s “Wasted Years” touch upon various themes related to time and its subjective experience. McTaggart’s Paradox of the Unreality of Time raises questions about the nature of time and whether it truly exists. McTaggart’s Paradox of the… Listen ⇢

    AI Lyric Analysis: “Wasted Years” by Iron Maiden

  • The Band Practice Dialogues: AI Songwriting – Part 2

    Take the Song Lyric Turing Test below! The hard rock band Realizing Resonance—lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Taylor, lead guitarist Daniel, bassist Rune, and drummer Chris—enter their practice space. Daniel: Hey Taylor, did you write lyrics for “The Labyrinth”? Taylor: Yes. Chris: Did you use ChatGPT? Rune: Yes. Chris: Not… Listen ⇢

    The Band Practice Dialogues: AI Songwriting – Part 2

  • The Band Practice Dialogues: AI Songwriting – Part 1

    The hard rock band Realizing Resonance performs enthusiastically in their otherwise empty rental practice space. The band is four members, Taylor on lead vocals and rhythm guitar, Daniel rocking the lead guitar, Rune slamming on the bass guitar, and Chris banging out a beat on the drum kit. Listen ⇢

    The Band Practice Dialogues: AI Songwriting – Part 1

  • AI and Creative Destruction

    Creative destruction is an economic concept most closely associated with the Austrian-American economist Joseph Schumpeter. It involves the gradual replacement of old and out-dated technology, methods, organizations and products with newer, more innovative, efficient alternatives. It involves the entrance of new competitors into a market, who introduce new products, services… Listen ⇢

    AI and Creative Destruction

  • Machines Making Music, What Does it Mean?

    The elements that make up human artistic creativity in the creation of music are complex and varied. Philosophers have recognized the importance of factors like technical aptitude and a sensitivity towards sound, along with a more subjective creativity that can come from having a vivid imagination. These faculties together allow… Listen ⇢

    Machines Making Music, What Does it Mean?