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  • The Band Practice Dialogues: Government and the Social Contract

    The 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. Taylor: Sounds good!… Listen ⇢

    The Band Practice Dialogues: Government and the Social Contract

  • AI Lyric Analysis: Noblesse Oblige by Realizing Resonance

    Let’s see what AI has to say about the lyrics to my latest song. Noblesse ObligeBy Jared Roy Endicott Verse 1:Neo-robber barons crowd the stageProclaim the glory of the new Gilded AgeSuffering masses are back in their cageThe new feudal lords are all the rage Chorus:Noblesse ObligeThe lower classes are… Listen ⇢

    AI Lyric Analysis: Noblesse Oblige by Realizing Resonance

  • These Truths are Self-Evident

    The Declaration of Independence, penned by Thomas Jefferson, asserts the self-evident truths that “all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.” The conception of these truths as self-evident harkens back to… Listen ⇢

    These Truths are Self-Evident

  • AI Top 10: Songs About War

    10. “Zombie” by The Cranberries: Inspired by the 1993 IRA bombing in Warrington, lead singer Dolores O’Riordan wrote this song as a condemnation of the seemingly endless cycle of violence and the displacement it creates. 9. “B.Y.O.B.” by System of a Down: Released during the Iraq War, the song criticizes… Listen ⇢

    AI Top 10: Songs About War

  • AI Top 10: Love Songs About Long Term Relationships

    10. “Have I Told you Lately” – Rod Stewart: This song is often interpreted as a dialogue with a long-term partner. It focuses on expressing gratitude for their presence in the singer’s life, indicating the importance of appreciation in a lasting relationship. 9. “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” – Marvin… Listen ⇢

    AI Top 10: Love Songs About Long Term Relationships

  • AI Lyric Analysis: Symposium (Profess My Love) by Realizing Resonance

    My wife and I just celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary. For the occasion I released a song and music video called “Symposium (Profess My Love)”. As I often do on the blog, I’ve asked AI to read the lyrics and provide a philosophical analysis. Let’s see what it came up… Listen ⇢

    AI Lyric Analysis: Symposium (Profess My Love) by Realizing Resonance

  • Federal Reserve Independence and the Transparency Trojan Horse

    Originally Published on the 12 August 2012 by Realizingresonance Photo courtesy of iStockphoto. The House of Representatives, in a strong vote of 327-98 (Peterson, Hughes), recently passed Texas Congressman Ron Paul’s bill to audit the Federal Reserve (Fed). Despite the huge popularity in the lower chamber, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid has… Listen ⇢

    Federal Reserve Independence and the Transparency Trojan Horse

  • The Philosophy of Fire

    A Neo-Existentialist Understanding of Life Written by AI Fire has always held a certain fascination for humanity; it is a force of nature beautified by its brilliance, warmth, and potential for immense destruction. Fire has played a central role in various mythical, religious, and philosophical traditions throughout history. This treatise… Listen ⇢

    The Philosophy of Fire

  • AI Lyric Analysis: “Pyrophobia” by Realizing Resonance

    What philosophical ideas is AI able to find in the song “Pyrophobia” by Realizing Resonance? PyrophobiaBy Realizing Resonance Verse 1:I can see the flamesJust beyond the windshieldThe heat on my faceStrong scent of gasolineDesperation claimsTrust in fate left unsealedThe heart beats a paceDriven by adrenaline Verse 2:Pounding on the doorCrowbar… Listen ⇢

    AI Lyric Analysis: “Pyrophobia” by Realizing Resonance