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(14 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Grah1 wrote:

Further  to  this  discussion   check this  vid https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxYAtL0D50A

His bottom line, or key takeaway was: "you can't trust anyone anymore" ... which is sadly what the internet has given us ...

Cheers

Richard     

Grah1 wrote:

Thanks Richard   it went  better  than I  expected  . Mike  stepped  in on second  guitar   a t the  last  minute  to   cover  for  Paul   who  had  to  rush  off  to  see  his  mum   whos  not well .

The other thing I was thinking was you might do well to invest in a tripod,  which will possibly reduce the shakes when recording ... not sure what the pub scene is like over there, but over here in Australia, when I'm doing a pub gig, I'll either set my camera up out of sight, or somewhere very obvious ... and it usually depends if I have someone in the audience or not smile

Was just a passing thought as I was riding the bus this morning ...

Cheers

Richard     

Grah1 wrote:

Heres  a  vid  from our  set  today https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MLUAk0BnuUk

Nice blues!!

Cheers

Richard     

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(18 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Peatle Jville wrote:

Richard, beer and steak diplomacy I like that.

https://thumbs.dreamstime.com/b/healthy-lean-grilled-medium-rare-steak-french-fries-beer-spice-rustic-pub-tavern-food-styling-68687850.jpg     

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(18 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Peatle Jville wrote:

Maybe the Fred Dagg approach I should have taken here is his example attached below.     
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYvMeT2GC14

Oddly enough - I remember this song ... was probably in the phase where I was hitting the pub quite a bit, and might have been on Rage early one morning ....

Cheers

Richard

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(18 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Peatle Jville wrote:

Thank you Richard for taking the time to listen and comment. With hindsight I think that maybe I could have taken a more lighthearted comedic approach to my poem song monologue about being grateful to live in New Zealand. Maybe the Fred Dagg approach I should have taken here is his example attached below.     
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYvMeT2GC14

Hi,

Yep, I got that undertone of being lucky to be away from it, and it kind of reminded me of a post I saw on Facebook that went something like:


You don't like it over there,
So you come to live over here,
But don't bring your problems from over there,
To us living over here,
Because we never lived over there
...

That wasn't all of it, but catches the gist of it. Too many problems in the world today!! Most of them could be solved over a steak and beer!!

Cheers

Richard     

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(14 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Grah1 wrote:

but one puzzle is who has the rights to the song ,me or the web site or both

There is an interesting article about that here: https://theconversation.com/ai-can-make … ted-229714

Apparently the answer is "complicated" ....

Cheers

Richard     

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(18 replies, posted in My local band and me)

Peatle Jville wrote:

Here is my rough attempt at a poem song just with my guitar that I wrote.. Hope it makes sense.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e5dfAVSEGOY

It's a nice little poem; but one I wish didn't have to exist!!

Cheers

Richard     

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(14 replies, posted in Songwriting)

I was quite surprised that the song turned out so well ... (you know, within the limits of one person and a guitar, and a quick demo), and wouldn't have picked up it was (partially) written by AI - maybe I should give it some prompts for the songs I'm having difficulties finishing, just to pick up a few lines and finish them off. I dunno, I'm still divided, it still feels a bit like "cheating" to me, but I guess if I went to a friends place and he suggested a few ideas, it probably wouldn't feel like that ...

So thumbs up/thumbs down ... still undecided!!

Cheers

Richard     

Adding easybeats comment from the suggestions page to here:

easybeat wrote:

In support of CSOM.ive been writing songs for a uke group,my remit is
3 easy uke chords and can be learned in a couple of minutes.
a few mistakes in recording but they got the general idea of the song.
https://soundcloud.com/rough-as-gut/talk-to-me

     

So here we are in October 2024, the words to be used are:

custody
cower
talk
revoke
Women
fable
everyday
angry 
mind
acid
response
decrease     

You can perform any song with these words in it, let us know what the word you've used is!

Remember for those SONG WRITERS out there, you can also write an ORIGINAL SONG to perform using any of the above ideas and enter it ...

Looking forward to some new entries .... 

Sorry I'm running a bit late, but for Novembers suggestions, I'm going to stick with what I did before, as we seem to end up with a good degree of randomness.

For November 2024 suggestions you'll need to follow these steps:

    1) Got to https://randomwordgenerator.com/

    2) Generate 4 random words

    3) Put those words in our topic here!

Note you don't need to pick the four in the first generation, any four will do!!

Look forward to reading what you all RANDOMLY SUGGEST.

READY ... SET ... GO!!!     

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(14 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Looks like it does more than just songs:

Title: AI Creativity: Enhancement or Erosion of Human Imagination?

Abstract:

The advent of artificial intelligence has sparked a widespread debate regarding its impact on human creativity. While some argue that AI is stealing the creativity of humans, others see it as a tool for augmenting and enriching our creative capabilities. This paper aims to explore both viewpoints, providing insights into the intersection of AI and human imagination. By analyzing the current state of AI-generated creativity, the role of humans in this process, and the potential futures of AI in the creative arts, this paper will contribute to the ongoing discussion on the future of human creativity in the digital age.

Introduction:

In recent times, AI has demonstrated its proficiency in many areas traditionally considered to be a domain of human creativity. The ability of AI systems to mimic human creativity in fields such as art, music, and literature has raised concerns that machines may, in fact, be stealing the creativity of humans. The widespread use of AI in content generation, such as news articles, poetry, and video editing, has led some to believe that human creativity is becoming obsolete. However, this paper argues that the relationship between AI and human creativity is more complex than a simplistic narrative of AI stealing our talents would suggest.

AI and Creativity: Machines Mimic Human Creativity

AI systems have achieved remarkable results in emulating human creativity. AI-generated artworks, such as the portrait "Edmond de Belamy," which was sold at a Christie's auction for $432,500, demonstrate the potential of AI to replicate artistic styles and produce visually appealing pieces. In music, AI has been used to compose original songs, with systems like Amper Music and AIVA generating high-quality melodies and harmonies. Additionally, AI-generated literature, including short stories and poetry, has shown that machines can create works that are not easily distinguishable from human-produced content.

These achievements in AI have fueled fears that machines may replace human artists and creators in the future. However, it is essential to consider the underlying processes that enable AI to mimic human creativity. AI systems generate creative content through pattern recognition and machine learning algorithms, which are trained on vast databases of human-created works. While AI may produce novel compositions, they do not possess the human capacity for imagination, insight, and emotional depth that underpins genuine creative thought. Thus, it is important to differentiate between the creative output of AI and the complex cognitive processes that drive human creativity.

Human-AI Collaboration: Enhancing Creativity

Rather than viewing AI as a threat to human creativity, it is more constructive to see it as a tool that can enhance and augment our creative capabilities. The collaboration between humans and AI can lead to innovative and unexpected outcomes, as seen in projects such as Google's DeepDream and the AI-assisted film "Zone Out." These collaborations exemplify the potential benefits of integrating AI into the creative process, allowing humans to explore new possibilities and break free from conventional limitations.

Moreover, AI can free humans from repetitive and time-consuming tasks, such as data analysis and content generation, allowing them to focus on the more complex and imaginative aspects of creative work. This can result in enhanced productivity and increased innovation in various fields.

AI and the Future of Creativity

The future of AI in the creative arts is uncertain but promising. As AI technology advances, it will likely become more sophisticated in its capacity to generate creative content. However, this does not necessarily mean that AI will replace human artists and creators. Instead, it is more plausible that AI will continue to serve as a tool for creative enhancement, facilitating human innovation and imagination.

To ensure that AI enhances, rather than erodes, human creativity, it is essential that humans maintain a critical and thoughtful approach to integrating these technologies into the creative process. This includes setting boundaries for AI usage and promoting a culture of collaboration between humans and machines. By doing so, we can harness the power of AI to augment our creativity while preserving the unique human qualities that underpin our creative thinking.

Conclusion:

While AI has made significant strides in emulating human creativity, it is crucial to recognize that machines lack the emotional complexity and insight that underpin genuine creativity. By fostering collaboration between humans and AI, we can harness the power of AI to enhance our creative capabilities while preserving the unique human qualities that drive innovation and imagination. As AI technology continues to evolve, it is up to us to shape its role in the creative arts, ensuring that it remains a tool for innovation rather than a threat to human creativity.

     

Prompt was: how ai has stolen the creativity of humans


Cheers

Richard

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(14 replies, posted in Songwriting)

Certainly an interesting site; I think I would feel guilty if I wrote a song entirely by AI - although I probably wouldn't feel so if I picked up a line or two from within there.

But it kinda begs the question whether we are on the track to make the human race dumber, by providing tools that don't make us think beyond a sentence, to create a whole song.

Cheers

Richard     

Daniel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iL9GFAn2iu4

Cheers

Richard     

Did this a couple of years ago:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XFbW0_fZvY

Enjoy!

Richard     

Bumping this one up to (hopefully) get more entries into this month's FSOTM. Any more takers?

Cheers

Richard     

mind
acid
response
decrease     

44

(4 replies, posted in Songwriting)

That's a pretty good song ... but it also made me wonder how to get some of these songs indexed on Chordie itself ...

Pondering

Richard     

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(8 replies, posted in Poems)

I had to look up where that was ... it looks like a place I'd like to visit!

Cheers

Richard     

easybeat wrote:

https://soundcloud.com/rough-as-gut/old-fashion-letter

This one is kinda about age,the  lost age of postal.

i thought I'd left some comments on SoundCloud, but ti seems I didn't ... and I can't remember what my comments were now .... I'm sure it was something about a good song, then I rabbited on about something to do with letters, that was the guts of it ...

Cheers

Richard     

Grah1 wrote:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbjhD-649fk
Ageism  a song  I  wrote    some  years  ago

It must have been a while ago when we talk about "fellow lockdowners" in the intro ... I'm guessing during pandemic times?

The song was pretty good, had a nice feel to it - but the lyrics were understandably pretty bleak (I guess that was the pandemic influence?), I liked the finishing line "old age will come to you", because I don't think that everyone gets that concept.

Cheers

Richard     

Sorry I'm running a bit late, but for Octobers suggestions, I'm going to stick with what I did before, as we seem to end up with a good degree of randomness. If anyone has any feedback, happy to discuss either here or in PM.

For October 2024 suggestions you'll need to follow these steps:

    1) Got to https://randomwordgenerator.com/

    2) Generate 4 random words

    3) Put those words in our topic here!

Note you don't need to pick the four in the first generation, any four will do!!

Look forward to reading what you all RANDOMLY SUGGEST.

READY ... SET ... GO!!!     

So here we are in September 2024, the topics for suggestions are:

A Person’s name
A Town or City
The Age of a Person or the Age of Anything
The Elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air

These are some of the songs that were suggested:

Deliliah - Tom Jones
Bad Bad Leroy Brown -Jim Croce
Bobby McGee (Baton Roughe) - Kris Kristofferson
City of New Orleans - Steve Goodman     
Georgia Willie Nelson
Mr. Bojangles - Jerry Jeff Walker           
Layla - Eric Clapton
Amarillo by Morning -George Strait   
Please Come to BostonDave Loggins
I'm On Fire - Bruce Springsteen         
Breathe  - Faith Hill
When I'm Sixty-Four - Beatles           
Forever Young - Bob Dylan     
Silverwater  - Long Bay 
Rio Michael Nesmith

Remember for those SONG WRITERS out there, you can also write an ORIGINAL SONG to perform using any of the above ideas and enter it ...

Looking forward to some entries .... 

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(8 replies, posted in Songwriting)

jets60 wrote:

Hey all. It's up on SoundCloud now if anyone wants to hear it. https://soundcloud.com/jets60/rise-and-shine

Nice tune, but totally different to how I heard it in my head ...

Cheers

Richard