In this episode Jesse Jackson interviews Joseph Schwartz, a retired corporate executive turned AI music creator. Joseph shares his journey from software development to music creation using AI tools, discussing everything from his early musical influences to his innovative projects exploring the seven deadly sins and virtues through AI-generated music. The conversation also touches on the challenges of promoting music in the digital age, the relationship between AI and traditional music creation, and even delves into the corporate culture. Joseph's unique approach offers a fresh perspective on the fusion of technology and artistry.

Protest Songs: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1assU4db0iYvEDxamP7k7V 
Dance Rants: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/49SZX8bf5GofxkyHbOuutd
Variants: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7LozZKVWblbAjl2Fxz43uy
Genres:
Pop/Rock: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6eSO9IUVPCNEvIzVoUNU6P
Singer-Songwriter/Folk: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2WLHrORXu1786O75dPOkiz
Country: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/66dBWLu5o6NwcayRUKioyP
Dance: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0LkrRDbZPjv5SbKX0MiNo8 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:06 Joe's Background and Musical Journey

02:05 Early Musical Influences

02:59 College Years and Bruce Springsteen

05:00 Career Path and Computer Science

09:06 AI and Music Creation

15:27 Exploring AI in Music

24:14 Political Themes and Creative Projects

29:38 Exploring New Approaches to Songwriting

30:05 Collaborating with a Lyricist

31:30 Creating Multiple Versions of a Song

32:07 Promoting Music During the Pandemic

33:10 Navigating Social Media and Playlisting

36:00 Dance Rants and Corporate Critiques

41:50 Future Creative Projects

48:06 The Challenges of Traditional Musicians

52:17 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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