Why AI Can Never Replace Musicians feat. Rick Beato
Apr 30, 2024
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Music industry insider Rick Beato discusses the impact of AI on musicians, sharing thoughts on tech in music, AI in songwriting, streaming platforms vs. AI, and the future of professional musicians in an AI world. He reflects on standing out as a musician, AI musicians, and the balance between generative AI and live music.
Technology is reshaping music composition and production.
Quality song elements include composition, melody, and production.
AI can assist in music production but live performances hold authenticity.
Deep dives
Rick Bioto's Music Production Expertise and YouTube Career
Rick Bioto, a renowned music producer and YouTube personality, shares his insights on the intersection of music and technology. With a background as a multi-instrumentalist and music professor, Rick offers a unique perspective on how technology is reshaping music composition and production.
Musical Quality Defined by Composition and Production
Rick discusses the elements of a quality music piece, emphasizing factors like composition, melody, lyrics, and production quality. He appreciates well-produced music despite personal genre preferences and highlights the importance of aspects like harmony, form, and arrangement in evaluating music.
Integration of Technology in Music Creation
Rick reflects on his early experiences with music technology, dating back to the mid-80s, using programs like Performer and Composer for MIDI recording and scoring. He explores the evolving role of technology in music creation, from early MIDI applications to modern digital audio workstations like Pro Tools, Logic, and Ableton.
AI in Music Industry and Potential Impact on Musicians
Rick delves into the growing influence of AI in music, citing advancements like generative AI music programs. He highlights the potential for AI to aid in music production tasks like mixing, mastering, and vocal editing. While acknowledging AI's transformative role, Rick underscores the enduring appeal and authenticity of live music performances.
Future Prospects with AI in Music and Balancing Creativity with Technology
Rick envisions a future where AI-generated music may dominate the charts and influence industry dynamics. Despite AI's disruptive potential, he encourages aspiring musicians to focus on honing their instrumental skills and retaining authenticity in their sound. Rick sees a space for innovative collaborations between improvisation and generative AI, presenting exciting possibilities for music creation and performance.
We have been fans of @RickBeato for a while now so this was great! We went all in on his creative process, the influence of AI, and what it all means for the future of musicians.
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00:00 - Intro to Rick
01:01 - Who is Rick Beato?
01:23 - How Rick got into the music industry
01:57 - Rick’s childhood influences
03:19 - What defines a quality song?
05:13 - First time encountering computers in music
06:17 - Thoughts on tech in music
08:30 - Logic vs. Pro Tools
10:23 - Recalling when Rick first heard about AI in music
12:50 - Are governments prepared?
15:25 - Suno and Udio Takeover
18:30 - Is using AI different to using other tech in music? Will people care?
20:26 - Does the tech scare Rick as a music teacher?
25:03 - Standing out as a musician in an AI world
26:46: - AI Musicians and Artists
28:21 - Will AI HELP the industry?
31:30 - Streaming platforms vs. AI
37:29 - Is there anything exciting about this at all?
39:08 - Will eventually completely replace humans in music?
40:03 - Will becoming a professional musician be harder?
43:27 - Billboard Number 1 AI Song
46:17 - The latest Beatle track
47:00 - Advice for the new musicians in an AI World
47:59 - Generative AI vs. Live Music
49:05 - Outro
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