Posts made in November 2023

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Imanbek + Aarne + NLE

In an exhilarating fusion of talents, Grammy Award-winning producer Imanbek joins forces with London-based, critically acclaimed producer Aarne and one of America’s most electrifying rappers, NLE Choppa, to unveil their latest single, “ICE.” The latest to come from the trio promises to be a groundbreaking musical journey, blending Imanbek’s masterful electronic beats with Aarne’s innovative production and the sharp-witted rap of NLE Choppa. “ICE” is out now and available to stream across all platforms via Universal Music Germany.

STREAM / DOWNLOAD: IMANBEK, AARNE, & NLE CHOPPA – “ICE”
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Distinguished by its silky texture and charismatic rhythm, “ICE” emerges as a testament to the exceptional synergy between the trio. The track’s playful yet sophisticated beat nostalgically revisits the roots of each artist’s musical journey, masterfully intertwined with NLE Choppa‘s clever and captivating rap vocals. The fusion of styles not only showcases the individual prowess of each artist but also marks a new milestone in collaborative music making. Promising to capture the hearts of listeners, “ICE” is sure to be a trailblazing addition to the playlists of music enthusiasts around the world.

Serving as a vibrant celebration of diverse musical styles, “ICE” embodies the spirit of collaboration and innovation, resonating deeply with audiences around the world. The track is poised to leave a lasting imprint on the global music scene, demonstrating the transformative power of bringing together disparate musical worlds. Standing ready to dazzle listeners with its unique blend of rhythm, lyricism, and production genius, “ICE” serves as a landmark in the evolving narrative of contemporary music.

FAKE AS HELL f/ AVRIL

ALL TIME LOW SHARE NEW SINGLE “FAKE AS HELL” (FEAT. AVRIL LAVIGNE)

LISTEN HERE

NORTH AMERICAN “THE SOUND OF LETTING GO ON TOUR” UNDERWAY

WITH SPECIAL GUESTS GYM CLASS HEROES, GRAYSCALE, & LAURAN HIBBERD

NEW ALBUM TELL ME I’M ALIVE AVAILABLE NOW VIA FUELED BY RAMEN

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 – Today, multi-platinum-selling rock band All Time Low have shared “Fake As Hell,” a brand-new collaborative single featuring eight-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated, multi-platinum singer, songwriter, designer, and philanthropist Avril Lavigne – listen HERE.

Elaborating on “Fake As Hell” frontman Alex Gaskarth shared, “‘Fake As Hell’ is a song about recognizing what’s real and saying goodbye to what’s not— it’s about cutting ties with people and things that don’t lift you up and help you progress. It’s a wave goodbye to whatever’s in the rear-view mirror and a new perspective on the road ahead. Collaborating on this one with Avril is a dream realized and getting to watch her do what she does best in the studio was crazy inspiring.”

The new track arrives as the band’s smash hit “Monsters” (feat. Blackbear) was recently ranked by Billboard as the No. 1 Alternative song of all time in their “Greatest of All Time 35th-Anniversary Recap of Alternative Airplay.” The song spent the most weeks ever on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart and the third-most weeks at No. 1, making it the all-time biggest song in the Alternative Airplay chart’s history.

All Time Low are currently traversing North America on “The Sound Of Letting Go On Tour,” a fall headline trek featuring special guests Gym Class Heroes, Grayscale, and Lauran Hibberd. Having kicked off last week, the tour will visit major markets coast-to-coast, and wrap on October 17th in Portland, OR [full itinerary below]. Additionally, All Time Low will appear at When We Were Young Festival 2023 in Las Vegas this October. A complete list of upcoming tour dates and ticket information can be found HERE.

All Time Low’s latest studio album Tell Me I’m Alive was released earlier this year via Fueled By Ramen. The 13-track collection marks All Time Low’s first full-length album in three years and ushers in an exciting new era for the band. Recorded in Los Angeles and Aspen with longtime collaborators Zakk Cervini [blink-182, Machine Gun Kelly, Halsey] and Andrew Goldstein [Maroon 5, Katy Perry, Jxdn], the album is a gut punch of renegade riffs and intense introspection that finds the band reaching thrilling new heights of creativity.

Highlighted songs on Tell Me I’m Alive include the new soul-baring chant-along focus track “Calm Down ,” as well as the “Sleepwalking ,” which hit No. 1 at Alternative Radio, the emotional title track “Tell Me I’m Alive ,” and “Modern Love ,” the anti-dating anthem ironically released on Valentine’s Day. All Time Low recently delivered the network television debut performance of “Calm Down” on Good Morning America. Watch the performance HERE.

Of the album, Gaskarth stated, “‘Tell Me I’m Alive’ is an exploration of loneliness, isolation, and coping with the pitfalls of a world that feels like it’s out to get you after collectively going through several very tumultuous years kicked off by the pandemic. It is not a ‘pandemic record,’ per se, but written on the heels of such a life-changing event, its themes are certainly focused through and informed by that lens; Some songs echo defiance and a desire to escape, others are reflective and remorseful over lost time and longing for deeper connections and deeper meaning. We wanted to instill a hopeful tone, but ultimately this album is about dealing with hopelessness and surviving. We hope our fans find comfort in the understanding that even at our lowest points, there can be forward motion, growth, the strength to let go of what no longer serves us, and ultimately a message of resilience.”

[SINGLE ART / ADMAT / TOUR ITINERARY BELOW]

All Time Low Tour Dates

September 15, 2023 – Sayreville, NJ – Starland Ballroom*

September 17, 2023 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fillmore*

September 20, 2023 – Toronto, ON – HISTORY*

September 22, 2023 – Detroit, MI – The Fillmore*

September 23, 2023 – Chicago, IL – Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom*

September 24, 2023 – St. Louis, MO – The Factory*

September 26, 2023 – Charlotte, NC – The Fillmore*

September 27, 2023 – Atlanta, GA – Coca-Cola Roxy*

September 28, 2023 – Orlando, FL – Hard Rock Live*

October 01, 2023 – New Orleans, LA – The Fillmore*

October 03, 2023 – Houston, TX – Warehouse Live – Ballroom*

October 04, 2023 – Dallas, TX – The Factory in Deep Ellum*

October 06, 2023 – Phoenix, AZ – The Van Buren*

October 07, 2023 – San Diego, CA – Observatory SD*

October 11, 2023 – Los Angeles, CA – The Wiltern*

October 14, 2023 – San Francisco, CA – The Warfield*

October 16, 2023 – Seattle, WA – Showbox SoDo*

October 17, 2023 – Portland, OR – Roseland Theater*

October 21, 2023 – Las Vegas, NV – When We Were Young Festival 2023

October 22, 2023 – Las Vegas, NV – When We Were Young Festival 2023

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MGK – lofi chill vibes

Multi-platinum recording artist Machine Gun Kelly has released a new collaborative album with established lofi producer lonelyboy titled lofi chill vibes with Machine Gun Kelly. The project is a collection of songs MGK released over his last three albums re-recorded with the lush, calming sounds of lonelyboy’s lofi production. The standout tracks include “drunk face” and “forget me too” where the duo come together to give fans a whole new listening experience to these incredible records.

Listen HERE.

Since 2019, MGK unleashed a series of albums that pushed him further into the spotlight and established him as one of the leading artists in the business. Hotel Diablo led the way debuting at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 but his next two albums really put the star on the map.

Tickets To My Downfall was released in 2020 and debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and won Top Rock Album at the Billboard Music Awards and Alternate-Rock Album of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. His next album mainstream sellout gave MGK his second chart-topping album and was nominated for Best Rock Album at the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

He’s appeared on Saturday Night Live, The Voice, The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show With James Corden, Ellen, The Kelly Clarkson Show, BET’s 106 And Park, Good Morning America, The Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards and several other programs and award shows.

lofi chill vibes with Machine Gun Kelly Tracklist

1.) drunk face

2.) lonely

3.) title track

4.) bloody valentine

5.) all I know

6.) forget me too

7.) god save me

8.) maybe

9.) papercuts

10.) fake love don’t last

11.) 5150

12.) el diablo

13.) glass house

14.) floor 13

15.) candy

16.) i think i’m okay

17.) pressure

For more information visit www.machinegunkelly.com

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SPIDER-PUNK #1

Grab your boots, your instruments, and your amps – Spider-Punk is back! Announced earlier today by IGN, Cody Ziglar returns to write the new series with incredible art by Justin Mason in SPIDER-PUNK #1 coming February 2024.

Last year, Hobie Brown stole the show as the anarchic Spider-Punk. With an ax in hand and a chaotic band of punk rockin’ heroes backing him, he quickly rose to fame as a fan-favorite! Now, he’s back in an all-new series, and in a world without Norman Osborn, SPIDER-PUNK REIGNS! This ain’t no victory lap though – as Hobie Brown and team try to rebuild society, Justin Hammer and Doctor Otto Octavius have other plans… like introducing the world to the SPIDER-SLAYING SENTINELS! Cody Ziglar (MILES MORALES: SPIDER-MAN) & Justin Mason (SPIDER-MAN 2099: DARK GENESIS) reunite to bring the Brooklyn boy back with the whole crew you know and love!

On writing the series, Cody told IGN, “It feels so friggin’ cool to dive back into Earth-138 with Justin and explore the world of Hobie and the Spider-band even more! There’s some new additions to the Spider-Punk roster, some real dope villains, and some other cool stuff I don’t wanna spoil… but absolutely cannot wait for folks! And yes, there’ll 100% be a Spider-Punk Playlist Vol 2!”

Check out the SPIDER-PUNK #1 cover below and be sure to grab a copy when it hits stands in February!

SPIDER-PUNK #1 (OF 4)

Written by CODY ZIGLAR

Art by JUSTIN MASON

Cover by TAKASHI OKAZAKI
On Sale 2/28

HACKNEY DIAMONDS

Following the release of The Rolling Stones album Hackney Diamonds which topped the charts in 19 countries globally becoming the biggest selling release of the week around the world, The Stones’ current single Mess It Up is given remix treatment from GRAMMY® Award winning artist Purple Disco Machine, out now.

Listen to “Mess It Up (Purple Disco Machine Remix)”

Watch the Lyric Video for “Mess It Up (Purple Disco Machine Remix)”

German producer Purple Disco Machine has had a resilient rise to becoming one of the most universally appealing artists on the international music scene. The respect he has earned from his peers throughout his career has led him to rack up 2 billion combined streams, to become the #2 Best-Selling Beatport Artist of all time and a go-to remixer for some of the top artists in the world. The likes of Dua Lipa, Sir Elton John, Fatboy Slim, Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande among many more, have looked to him to input his positive flair for disco in their own work.

Most recently, he was awarded the 2023 GRAMMY® Award for Best Remixed Recording for his take on Lizzo’s “It’s About Damn Time,” a true representation of the significance he has played in propelling disco back into the mainstream.

Hackney Diamonds is The Rolling Stones’ first studio set of new material since 2005’s A Bigger Bang. Since then, The Stones have continued to smash box office records on a series of global sell-out tours and released 2016’s GRAMMY® Award winning Blue & Lonesome, which featured their brilliant versions of many of the blues tracks that helped shape their sound, and topped album charts around the world. Last year, they thrilled European audiences totaling nearly a quarter of a million on the anniversary Sixty tour. The Rolling Stones have sold over 250 million albums worldwide.

Hackney Diamonds marks The Stones (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood) first album produced by producer and musician Andrew Watt.

About Purple Disco Machine

So ingrained in his identity, Tino Piontek’s artist name Purple Disco Machine is a deliberate homage to his funk hero Prince and the dance flair of Gloria Estefan’s Miami Sound Machine. While the sonic identity of Purple Disco Machine grew up in the clubs of East Germany, where his passion for disco and house flourished, he has since evolved to become an all-encompassing radio and streaming king. A suitable title for an artist with over 2 billion streams and multiple European Airplay Chart toppers across his catalogue with hits such as ‘Hypnotized’, ‘Fireworks’, ‘Dopamine’, and ‘In The Dark’ as well as the latest ‘Substitution’ which was not only the most played track at German radio for 9 weeks, but is also awarded with various radio awards across Europe as “best dance song” alongside 150 Mio streams.

Beyond the radio, he has proven to be a club favorite among DJs across the world as the #2 best-selling Beatport Artist of all time with dance floor heaters such as ‘Body Funk’, ‘Dished (Male Stripper)’, ‘Playbox’, and ‘Devil In Me feat Duane Harden & Joe Killing-ton’.

A Grammy Award winner with a remix of Lizzo’s ‘About Damn Time’, Purple Disco Machine has had huge success with multiple high-profile remixes for the likes of Dua Lipa, Mark Ronson, Foals, Calvin Harris, Sir Elton John & Britney Spears, Fatboy Slim, Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande, Diplo & SIDEPIECE and many more. Proving his passion for the intimacy of the dancefloor, the acclaimed producer played more than 160 shows in 2022/23 across Europe, the United States, and South America, with festival appearances at Coachella, Tomorrowland, Lollapalooza, Ushuaia Ibiza and Dreamland Pride in Central Park New York.

A dedicated performer and a hit-maker extraordinaire, his influence on the global dance scene will be felt for generations to come.

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Abby-Lynn ‘ABSOLUTELY’ Keen

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It’s been all too long since we had someone from the UK grace 360® since The Who and Gabrielle Aplin. Abby Lynn Keen, aka Absolutely, is a singer-songwriter for David Guetta, Normani, Anitta, Rihanna, Ryan Tedder, Ariana Grande, Tinashi and Selena Gomez.

This London based ingenue is a tour de force, and her international acclaim is well warranted. Signed to S10 for publishing, founded by
Brandon Silverstein, their catalog, has over 10 billion streams. Their unique positioning as a powerhouse is also helmed by provocative players like Jay-Z and Simon Fuller, which makes them one of the most legendary labels on planet Earth.

Being brought up Christian in a third generation of song birds like her sister RAYE and Lauren, her adolescent has poised her to become one of gen z’s most sought-after entertainers. This British, Sweden-Ghanaian bombshell knows what she wants and is laser focused on acquiring it. At 19, she has signed an exclusive licensing deal with Epic Records, a division of Sony, which appears to offer her freedom and flexibility. At the moment, she heads on tour with her sibling while she releases a barrage of bangers. Her recent melodies are Symphony, Higher, Patterns, and Stranger. Reminiscent of a mixture of Sade, SZA, and Moby, her innate ability to Supersonically seduce is unstoppable.

Upon meeting this this million dollar baby, she comes across as direct, stern, and reluctant to fall victim to traps like some of her siblings did. Extremely observant and guarded, she meticulously melts her creativity into mountains of motion. Constantly demanding eye contact, we acknowledged her innovative sound, and her prowess for perfection. The trajectory for her career is plane as day — a megastar and media mogul. Constantly cognizant of how she expresses herself to the people while in public, more specifically to industry professionals, this new breed of performers possess both lucrative publishing as well as recording deals. Think Muni Long and Victoria Monet. As a multi hyphenate, she’s hands-on and juggles a plethora of projects.

Unlike most, she realizes the importance of acknowledging her strengths and weaknesses. Both the orchestra and its conductor, she navigates. It’s quite fascinating to witness, as she self-directs her likeness in a mirror during a photoshoot, she doesn’t wear her vulnerability on her sleeve instead it’s her reluctance to care what others think about her. You may see her as vain or even divalike; however, her perfect mixture of confidence and humility is refreshing. Much like an algorithm, she can calculate your next move without moving. Her entourage is an army of one, compact yet competent, resulting in increased fluidity. She’s the new marquee and doesn’t accept mediocrity. There’s very few homosapiens that have the propensity to differentiate between passion and purpose, but ABs can. As a punctual perfectionist, it’s inevitable that she will conquer the world.

Abby-Lynn Keen was photographed by Vaughn Lowery for 360 MAGAZINE.

Abby-Lynn Keen 360 MAGAZINE cover shot by Vaughn Lowery.

Abby-Lynn Absolutely Keen captured by celebrity photographer Vaughn lowery for 360 MAGAZINE.

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GERMAN KABIRSKI

German Kabirski was founded in 2000 by a contemporary jewelry designer, German Kabirski. It quickly attracted attention, mainly from people who don't like traditional jewelry and art critics. From the beginning, German Kabirski was all about being different. German experimented with unconventional materials, invented new jewelry techniques, and ignored the thousands-year jewelry tradition to create his own authentic style. He combined diamonds with pebbles, precious metals with fur and feathers, and set stones in a way nobody thought possible.

He is best known for his contemporary jewelry designs made from silver, gold, natural rough and cut gemstones, and other materials, such as pebble, wood, snake backbones, feathers, fur, etc.

Celebrities have worn and admired his work such as Lady Gaga, Maye Musk, Selena Gomez, Janelle Monae, Nicki Minaj, and more. He wishes for people to find their “freak,” as he called his eccentric designs.

Check out the interview w/ German Kabirski.

How long have you been in the field?

I want to make it clear, that I am not a jeweler. Perhaps a metal artist, but not a jeweler. It’s hard to tell how long I’ve been designing jewelry, as I don’t see it as my professional field ofwork. It simply coexists with me as a significant part of my life, a part of me. I live with it like other people live with their imperfections, like a big nose or a short leg. On the other hand, if I saw it as a job, I think it wouldn’t last long – I am too lazy to work.

Can you briefly describe your journey? Schooling?

I never really went to school for jewelry; I’ve just always been curious. After college, university, someone threw out the idea of getting into the jewelry business. I went for it, even opened a factory, but pretty quickly figured out it wasn’t my thing, doing the same stuff as everyone else. So, I shut down the production line and started messing around with jewelry design on my own. All of a sudden, people liked it, and they were even willing to throw some cash my way. I didn’t mind, and it was cool that they appreciated it. Since then, that’s been my thing.

Why do you feel celebrities gravitate towards GK?

It’s just a part of their job to always be a bit extra and stand out. I guess I suit that need better than other brands.

What inspires your collections? Feel free to elaborate on fabrications from start to finish?

It’s a tricky question. I often ask myself that and can’t find a fancy answer. The thing is, I guess I’m not inspired by anything; my freaks are a byproduct of my self-therapy. I don’t feel creative when I’m in a good mood. But during bad times, I just have to sit down and make something with my hands. I don’t plan, I don’t bother with sketches, and I never know what it’s going to be. It’s probably influenced by whatever soured my mood – whether it’s a banana peel I slipped on or war images on my screen… very different reasons.

Oddly enough, contrary to the mood, my freaks are charged with positive energy. It’s really quite weird.

Words of advice for aspiring jewelers?

Honestly, have you ever listened to advice from complete strangers when you were young? I bet not. I didn’t either. In fact, I often did the opposite, when someone was too pushy with their advice. And that’s okay.

So, my advice is not to listen to what others tell you. Follow your instincts and do what you believe is right. It’s through mistakes and disappointments that you start to understand the taste of success. Question everyone and everything, but go beyond just words – let your actions speak too.

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With appearances by Kid Cudi, Zack Bia, Lil Yachty, Takashi Murakami, Jim Jones, Kristen Noel Crawley, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Funny Marco, Bimma Williams, Luka Sabbat, Sean Evans, Hype Williams, Coi Leray, Chris Brown, The L.A. Chargers and many more

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What: ComplexCon, the two-day convergence of pop culture, music, art, food, sports, innovation, activism, and education, returns to Long Beach November 18th and 19th for the seventh annual festival and marketplace. ComplexCon will kick off its musical programming on Saturday, November 18 with Field Trip Recordings with Zack Bia & Friends providing buzzworthy performances and DJ sets for attendees throughout the day. Ahead of Kid Cudi’s headlining Sunday night performance, Kalan.FRFR, Kerwin Frost, Luh Tyler and many more will take the stage at the Long Beach Convention Center. The much-anticipated ComplexCon(versations) panels which will round out the festival’s global dialogue about the current state of art and culture. ComplexCon’s daytime programming tracks will feature some of today’s most impactful cultural commentators and creatives including: Joe La Puma, Speedy Morman, Bimma Williams, Lil Yachty, DJ Clark Kent, Kristen Noel Crawley, Tip “T.I.” Harris, and many more. The First We Feast Lagoon will also return and feature 30+ restaurants and eateries from across the US. Plus, the ComplexCon show floor will feature a variety of special guests across over 100 activations, including Hype Willams, Michèle Lamy, Sean Evans, Coi Leray, Takashi Murakami, Paloma Mami, Chris Brown, Xzibit and many more. For more details on this year’s programming, activations and performances, visit here, download the official ComplexCon app, follow @complexcon on TikTok, Twitter and Instagram.

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Saturday, November 18

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Sunday, November 19

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Arthur Parra
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Aurora Anthony
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Barragan
Ben Hagarty
Bill Drexler
Billie Eilish
Bimma Williams
Bobby Shmurda
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Brandon Arrega
Brandon Blackwood
Brandon Jennings
Brendan Dunne
Brian Woo
Brittny Gastineau
Brownstone
Bun B
Cameron Porras
Chris Klemans
Christian Combs
Claire Ateku
Clermont Twins
Coodie & Chike
Dani Leigh
Danny Chung (BlackPink)
Darryl Granberry (DDG)
Diggy Simmons
Dj Clark Kent
Dominique Renee
Dre
E-40
Edison Chen
Esta
Eyedress
Fabian Flores
Fiorella
Frederic Duquette
G Dragon
Glowskii
Gorilla Nems
Guap Dad
Halle Bailey
Hank Korsan
Jacob Starr
Jadakiss
Jarred Jermaine
Jeffrey Chang
Jeff Staple
Jennifer Hudson
Jim Jones
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Joe La Puma
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Maxine Wylde
Max Miller
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Natasha Martinez
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Sarah Andelman
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Speedy Morman
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AI is transforming art

here’s how

AI has been a contentious topic for years. Ever since the introduction of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, followed by a string of equally buzzing generative tools, controversy has been rife in the art circle. Many artists denounce the pervasive use of artificial intelligence, claiming that AI results in the opposite of art. Others wield the technology to break new ground. For better or worse, there is no escaping the AI conversation. But how exactly is the technology transforming art? Let’s look at three distinct art forms that have been hit by the AI revolution.

AI in visual arts: to be or not to be art

Artists and creatives used to be adamant AI would never threaten their position as beacons of imagination and artistry. Recent times have shattered these optimistic beliefs. The emergence of crypto art, fusing blockchain technology and digital art, was perhaps the first harbinger of things to come. Record-breaking sales of entirely virtual non-fungible tokens turned the art world upside down until the NFT hype receded, proving to be yet another speculative bubble. Yet, AI-generated art seems another breed entirely. In 2022, an annual art competition held in Colorado left countless artists raging against the machine as an AI artwork generated on https://www.midjourney.com/ took an art prize home.

The rise of equally accessible tools such as Stable Diffusion triggered a crisis of faith among human artists nervous about what their futures would entail with such all-powerful challengers in the picture. Adding insult to injury, and verging on the illegal, much of AI-generated art stems from existing art pieces uploaded to the internet – which ultimately enhance the work of their algorithmic competitors. The far-reaching ramifications of AI image generation extend to many more artistic departments, from children’s books to sculptures designed by engineering companies. Still, many artists hold on to the profound conviction that art is as much about the creative process as the final piece. But there is no denying the complex ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence need addressing.

Artificial intelligence in music: fake tracks and AI clones

AI has been shaking the music industry lately. Mimicking the voices of global superstars like Rihanna and Bad Bunny, unofficial collaborative tracks went viral. A fake featuring between Drake and The Weeknd was even submitted for Grammy consideration. Despite not reacting publicly, the Canadian heavyweight disclosed a Mike Dean-produced track called “Artificial Intelligence” shortly after, whose lyrics leave him at “war with false intelligence.” The Recording Academy subsequently updated its protocol and clarified its stance by rendering AI tracks eligible conditionally upon a meaningful human authorship component.

Leading record labels were not as lenient, with Universal Music calling on a crackdown on AI-powered tunes. Urging streaming services to pull out unauthorized tracks from their library, the publisher also advocated for stronger regulations to block AI tools from unlawfully training on the melodies of copyrighted songs. That said, AI experimentation isn’t wholly off-limits in the industry. Machine-learning-enabled apps have been helping musicians clean up their mixing – and streamline the overall production process. Meanwhile, big players like https://www.spotify.com/ have put AI-generated playlists to the test.

AI in gaming: a solid match

No other industry is quite as enthusiastic about artificial intelligence as the gaming sphere. Publishers and developers have long been working on AI frameworks to step up their game. For instance, Ubisoft unveiled a Ghostwriter tool seeking to create increasingly realistic and interactive NPC dialogue. Contrarian voices quickly expressed concern over the potential blandness of such a computer-generated approach. The generative AI revolution is already in motion, however, pioneering ever-so-immersive open worlds and responsive characters.

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Final Words

Artificial intelligence definitely broke out into the mainstream in 2023, forever changing the very definition of art. While stricter regulations are bound to limit AI use to an extent, artists and content creators must still account for this new parameter to survive – and thrive.

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