In this insightful conversation, Swardy and Neil dive deep into the evolving landscape of music and artificial intelligence. From AI-generated beats to copyright dilemmas, the conversation explores how artists are navigating this transformative era. Swardy shares his thoughts on the creative process, the impact of AI on branding and marketing, and the future of live performances. What does it mean for artists and music fans alike? Watch to find out!

Key Topics:

• The role of AI in music creation and branding
• The rapid evolution of AI tools like OpenAI's Sora
• How AI impacts ownership, copyright, and intellectual property
• The future of live music performances and artist residencies
• The creative process and experimentation with AI-generated music
• The balance between technology as a tool vs. a threat
• The impact of streaming and social media on music discovery
• The changing dynamics of touring and performance efficiency

Quotes:

• "People are going to be using AI for every part of making and selling music."
• "AI isn’t a cheat code, it’s just a new tool—someone will always use it better than you."
• "The most powerful tool we have is still one person, one microphone, in front of a crowd."
• "We will get better at identifying artistry, even as AI tools improve."
• "Music has no inherent value—its value comes from the people who choose to listen."
• "AI reflects exactly what we’re already doing—just in real-time."