Modern Wisdom #965 - Rick Beato - AI Bands, Spotify, TikTok & The Death Of Songwriting
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Jul 10, 2025 
Rick Beato, a multi-instrumentalist and music producer, dives into the transformative changes in the music industry. He discusses the fading role of traditional pop stars and the rise of AI artists, emphasizing how algorithms shape music trends. Beato also scrutinizes rising ticket prices and public frustration with Live Nation. With TikTok's influence, he unpacks the complexities surrounding modern songwriting and the evolving financial landscape for artists, advocating for greater visibility and fair compensation in this digital age.
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Inside a Complex Live Show
- Rick Beato shares an experience attending a complex live Perfect Circle show with multiple bands and sophisticated backstage operations.
- He describes the impressive technical and logistical setup including soundchecks and backstage tours with his kids.
Pop Songwriting Reality
- Most pop artists have limited songwriting input and rely heavily on professional songwriters.
- Success in pop now requires strong social media skills to create viral content, especially on TikTok.
Beatles' Creative Intensity
- The Beatles wrote and released multiple high-quality albums within a single year, showing intense creative output.
- Modern artists produce and tour at a slower pace, which may reduce sustained creative flow.
