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Well, my opinion is that as Ableton Live was a different take on the traditional DAW, Bitwig is a different take as well. With the latest update, it strikes me more like a modular synthesizer than a DAW. That's one reason I'm interested in the common file format with Studio One. In theory (there are still some incompatibilities to work out), I can load a Studio One song into Bitwig, warp it, and send it back again. It's similar to how I use FL Studio as a plugin within Studio One so it's easier to do beats in SO. I miss ReWire, though. Ableton Live and Studio One were a marriage made in Heaven.

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But...but...to me, the fun part of music is creating a song, coming up with a melody line, and seeking that elusive inspiration. The analogy I'd use is a frozen dinner vs. cooking from scratch. You'll get a head start with the frozen dinner and end up with something to eat, but doing it from scratch is an experience. Putting a frozen dinner in the microwave is not. This is not to say AI is bad, end of the world, etc. etc. I've already used it to generate two book covers (but a third it was incapable of doing - you pick your battles). It could save me hours doing insipid musically acceptable background music for videos. But to think of it as a way to come up with creative ideas that I can just put in the metaphorical microwave - no thanks. Half of the fun of going into the studio is trying out different ideas to see what works. A machine trying out different ideas takes my pleasure away.

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I'm with you 100%. You can't trust the whims of the media overlords, especially with the churn that happens with streaming. As to ownership...well, you own that little plastic disc. It's not your fault if there's some music or video on there

But unlike AI, it does take skill to get on stage at 3 AM and play a 4-hour set, read a crowd's mood and adjust a set accordingly, for 4,000 Germans whacked out on ecstasy🤣. I'm sure AI could get the beat-matching right, but how could it improvise based on reading the crowd? Anyway...AI can create the look and feel of music, but I have yet to hear an AI-generated song with lyrics that tell an actual story as opposed to a stream-of-consciousness word salad around a topic. Not saying it can't, just that I haven't heard anything remotely like a well-crafted song, let alone a future "standard." Maybe it's just not getting the right prompts...

I asked ChatGPT if it could comment on what you said. Here's what it said: Certainly! Music is a fascinating realm where our brains respond to patterns, emotions, and creativity. Let’s delve into the points raised in the passage: Catchphrases and Clichés: Many songs, especially in popular genres, rely on familiar phrases, hooks, and clichés. These elements create comfort and recognition for listeners. However, overused or unoriginal phrases can become repetitive and lose impact. Songwriting and Creativity: Songwriting is an art form that involves storytelling, emotional expression, and creativity. Talented songwriters carefully craft lyrics, melodies, and structures to evoke specific feelings and connect with listeners. A well-written song often has a clear theme, relatable emotions, and a memorable melody. AI and Songwriting: Artificial intelligence (AI) has been used to generate lyrics and music. AI models analyze existing songs, learn patterns, and create new content based on those patterns. However, AI-generated songs may lack the depth, emotional nuance, and originality that human songwriters bring. The Radio Song: While it’s unlikely that the specific song you heard was entirely AI-written, it might have followed predictable patterns. Some radio songs prioritize catchiness and familiarity over lyrical depth. If a song lacks a clear anchor or direction, it can feel disjointed or lacking substance. Human vs. AI Songwriting: Human songwriters draw from personal experiences, emotions, and cultural context. AI generates content based on statistical patterns without true understanding. The best songs often blend creativity, authenticity, and craftsmanship. In summary, our reactions to music are subjective, whether it’s composed by a human or an AI. Even the catchiest tunes evoke different responses in each listener.

I assume it was of the second performance, not the first one? Or did they show both?

Asinine or cringey - take your choice! I actually find the French version cringier. It lost something in translation LOL. Below are the original lyrics that ChatGPT (Windows Copilot) vomited out. However, I will say there is one cool aspect - it built up a list of words that rhyme. So when I write my own lyrics, that info will be handy to have around. I hadn't considered rhyming "dessinent" and "devinent." ## Couplet 1 Dans la douce lumière du matin, Nos cœurs se cherchent, se dessinent. Ton sourire, un doux refrain, Nos âmes s'entrelacent, se devinent. ## Refrain C'est le toucher de l'amour, Comme une brise légère, un détour. Nos doigts se frôlent, nos regards s'envolent, Dans ce doux élan, nos vies se dévoilent. ## Couplet 2 Sous la lune argentée qui nous éclaire, Nos rêves se tissent, nos secrets se libèrent. Ton souffle chaud contre ma peau, L'amour danse, insaisissable flambeau. ## Refrain C'est le toucher de l'amour, Comme une brise légère, un détour. Nos doigts se frôlent, nos regards s'envolent, Dans ce doux élan, nos vies se dévoilent. ## Pont Et si le monde s'effondre, Nos étreintes resteront profondes. Le toucher de l'amour, éternel et pur, Dans nos cœurs, il demeure, sûr. ## Refrain C'est le toucher de l'amour, Comme une brise légère, un détour. Nos doigts se frôlent, nos regards s'envolent, Dans ce doux élan, nos vies se dévoilent. ## Outro Le toucher de l'amour, une mélodie, Qui résonne en nous, infinie. Dans chaque geste, chaque frisson, C'est là que commence notre chanson. FWIW here's a song I did in French. I think the lyrics are a lot better, if I do say so myself... the English translation is in the notes below the video.

I haven't recorded anything in a different language for a while, so I thought I'd try some AI assistance. I asked for lyrics in French, based on the title Touch of Love, to see what AI would do. Here's the translation. I will give credit for making the words rhyme in English as well, and still have them convey the asinine triteness of the French lyrics. Caution!!! To prevent possible loss of brain cells, do not read all the way to the end. ## Verse 1 In the gentle morning light, Our hearts seek each other, take flight. Your smile, a sweet refrain, Our souls entwine, no need to explain. ## Chorus It's the touch of love, Like a gentle breeze, a secret from above. Our fingers brush, our gazes soar, In this tender dance, our lives explore. ## Verse 2 Beneath the silver moon's embrace, Our dreams weave, our fears efface. Your warm breath against my skin, Love pirouettes, an elusive spin. ## Chorus It's the touch of love, Like a gentle breeze, a secret from above. Our fingers brush, our gazes soar, In this tender dance, our lives explore. ## Bridge And if the world crumbles away, Our embraces will forever stay. The touch of love, eternal and true, In our hearts, it resides, me and you. ## Chorus It's the touch of love, Like a gentle breeze, a secret from above. Our fingers brush, our gazes soar, In this tender dance, our lives explore. ## Outro The touch of love, a melody divine, Echoing within us, an endless sign. In every gesture, every thrill, Our song begins, and time stands still.

They duplicate CDs of the material you send them. The price is for the CD+jacket. The printing on the CD itself is black, but you can pay more for color CD printing. Shrink wrap costs more, you can pay more to have it mastered, etc.

How true. I don't see any technology in the foreseeable future that would be able to do that, either.

A lot of consumers haven't heard the difference between an MP3 file and a WAV file, and many downloads aren't available with even 44.1/16 resolution. When standard download resolution is at 44.1/24-bit or 48/24-bit, then I'd consider CDs obsolete from a quality standpoint. If the download included extras like artwork and interviews, then I'd consider CD's obsolete, period. Also, the D/A converters in smartphones aren't anything to write home about. Fortunately, you can buy high-quality D/A converters that hook up to USB-C, Lightning, or whatever. But I think that's probably a niche market at the moment.

Social media is out of control. Technical errors and bad judgement notwithstanding, one act that's over their heads doesn't "ruin" coachella, unless you're a super-entitled person who thinks the entire universe exists exclusively for you, and it revolves around your every thought. The spate of "influencers" dying at early ages is disturbing. The cause of death is often not given, which to me implies either suicide or an overdose. I avoid Facebook and have stopped posting on Instagram. This is a really bad move in terms of promoting myself, but at the moment it feels like the right thing to do. That's why I wrote Asocial Media. Anyway, back to the OP. You have the perfect storm of over-reliance on technology, inadequate preparation, and (aside from Le Sserafim) an inability to pivot when you're so locked into technology. I think those who have mentioned that local clubs and small-to-moderate size audiences are the future may be right. I have no desire to catch a stadium or arena show, or got to a festival. But I could be pulled out of my cocoon for a good live act in a human-sized venue.

I think it also changes with more casual listeners. I can understand where people who appreciate music, like your fans, would want the highest quality sound possible. People who just like music in the background are probably happy to just put on Spotify or MusicChoice or whatever, so they don't need a CD player.