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Tobias Jesso Jr.: GRAMMY-Winning Canadian Sells His Song Rights

February 23, 2023

Tobias Jesso Jr. You may know his name from his 2015 solo album Goon. Or maybe from his work on various popular songs, such as “When We Were Young” by Adele and “Alive” by Sia. Or even from his rece

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How Popular TV Shows and Movies Resurrect Classic Songs

February 23, 2023

HBO’s The Last of Us is arguably the hottest show out right now, receiving near universal acclaim from viewers and critics alike. This holds especially true for episode three: “Long, Long Time”.

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Ginalina: Bringing Her Taiwan Roots Into Her Latest Album

February 21, 2023

Folk singer. Songwriter. Canadian. Polyglot. All of these titles belong to Gina Lam, also known by her stage name Ginalina. In November 2022, she released her latest album titled Going Back: Remembe

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Rihanna’s Super Bowl Performance

February 21, 2023

Rihanna is an illustrious artist. She is among the best selling female artists of all time, and was one of the greatest hitmakers of the 2000s and 2010s. She has since grown to become the richest...

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How do Streaming Platforms Pay Artists - Is It Fair?

February 20, 2023

Streaming is now the driving force of the music industry, making up 84% of the industry revenue in the U.S. While streaming is much more convenient for listeners, many artists argue that it is near im

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Why Jay-Z Was Named The #1 Rapper Of All Time

February 23, 2023

Who is the greatest rapper of all time? Is it even possible to crown just one person? Well, Billboard and Vibe did exactly that. And, according to them, that person is Jay-Z. In honor of Hip-Hop’s

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Behind Kaytranada’s Unique Sound

February 18, 2023

Kaytranada (Louis Celestin) is a Haitian-Canadian record producer and DJ. He is a highly acclaimed electronic artist, having earned two Grammys and countless other awards for his work. Kaytranada has

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The Creative Act: Rick Rubin’s Knowledge Turned Into A Book

February 17, 2023

What happens when a famous music producer takes an interest in self-help books? The Creative Act is your answer. But who is Rick Rubin? Without a doubt, Rubin has an impressive track record in the

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Behind the Music: The Audio Engineer

February 14, 2023

The music industry is a place full of musicians, producers, and creators who have the magical ability to make those perfect sounds we hear everyday through our digital devices. We want to listen close

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Koji Kondo: Nintendo’s Melody Maestro

February 14, 2023

What do popular video games franchises Super Mario, Legend of Zelda, and Star Fox all have in common? They were all produced and published by Nintendo, and the iconic music themes that you hear in...

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Taylor Swift on Industry Sexism and Music Rights

February 8, 2023

Being a successful woman in the music industry is no easy feat. Not only do they deal with the typical trials and tribulations of being a musician, but there are also gender-specific challenges.

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What’s the Ideal Length for a Single— Are Songs Getting Shorter?

February 8, 2023

“Is it just me, or are songs getting shorter these days?” This is a question I have often pondered, especially in the last few years. It appears that in the era of social media, attention spans are

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Randy Travis Makes Triumphant Return to Music with AI-Generated Single

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After an 11-year absence due to a stroke, country music icon Randy Travis has triumphantly returned to the music scene, defying all odds. With the release of his new song, "Where That Came From," Travis has reached a noteworthy turning point in his incredible journey, all thanks to the creative application of artificial intelligence (AI).

After suffering a stroke in July 2013, Travis lost his ability to sing, raising questions about whether he would ever record new music. But thanks to AI technology and the steadfast backing of his Warner Music Nashville team, Travis has achieved a ground-breaking voice comeback.

The procedure was separating Travis's original vocal tracks from earlier recordings and superimposing James DuPre's country music vocals on top of them. The AI program produced a smooth version that perfectly captures the essence of Travis' unique sound by carefully fusing DuPre's performance with Travis' real vocals.

The end product is a song that showcases the meticulous craftsmanship and commitment of all those involved in the project—not only does it sound amazing, but it also feels real. With the intention of returning Travis' voice, his team, headed by Warner Music Nashville's Cris Lacy and producer Kyle Lehning, set out on this journey.

Within the country music community, "Where That Came From" has received a great deal of praise from fans and other musicians. Stars in the country music industry like Cody Johnson, Cole Swindell, and Clay Walker have shown their appreciation for Travis' tenacity and the positive influence his music has had on their lives.

Travis views this song as more than just his comeback to the limelight; it's a celebration of music's ability to break down barriers and a triumph over adversity. In an Instagram post, Travis reflected on the path that brought him back to the studio and thanked his team and supporters for their unwavering support.

"Eleven years ago, I never thought I would be able to have a hand in music production of any kind," Travis wrote. "But by God’s grace and the support of family, friends, fellow artists, and fans, I’m able to create the music I so dearly love."

Travis's narrative serves as motivation for anyone facing obstacles and disappointments while pursuing their aspirations, as he continues on his musical journey. Randy Travis's comeback to music is a brilliant example of how anything is possible when one has perseverance, inventiveness, and a community that supports them.

Randy Travis Makes Triumphant Return to Music with AI-Generated Singlerandy-travis-makes-triumphant-return-to-music-with-ai-generated-singleMuhammad SiddiquiMay 07, 2024After an 11-year absence due to a stroke, country music icon Randy Travis has triumphantly returned to the music scene, defying all odds. With the release of his new song...