The Auto-Tune Revolution

This chapter explores the cultural impact of auto-tune in music, beginning with a humorous comparison of notable artists and a nostalgic look back at the summer of 1998. It highlights Cher's groundbreaking use of the technology, its influence on her career, and how it reshaped music production by improving vocal performances. The conversation also touches on the evolution of audio effects, the initial purpose of auto-tune, and its transformative role in creating iconic sounds in contemporary pop music.