After a short excursion into the world of artificial intelligence, Draxinor’s focus will once again be on good old handmade music.
Because creativity cannot be replaced by algorithms. But it was new and exciting and definitely worth giving it a try.
Before the Gods, when the world was free, Every rock and river spoke to you and me.
Draxinor, from „Whispers of the Ancients“
This quote best describes the world of thought that producer Ingo W. was immersed in when he created the concept album „The Edda Files“.
Now all that was missing was a suitable name under which the album would be released. It had to be a name that was new and unmistakable when you googled it.
After several unsuccessful attempts, it was finally found: Draxinor was born!
Who is Draxinor?
Or the producer behind the curtain? He’s a completely normal guy who, like so many others, dreamed of being a famous rock musician in his youth.
It was the time of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, and later Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. There was only one way to get there: a record deal.
And so the dream was shattered, just like the dreams of millions of others who sat in front of the radio with their cassette recorder in the evenings and listened to the hits of their idols.
Apart from that, fate had completely different plans for the young wannabe musician, but he didn’t know that at the time.
But decades later, a ray of light appeared on the horizon. Ingo W. had set up a small music studio and expanded his horizons towards EDM, but there were still many hurdles to overcome.
Like, who would sing the lyrics? Draxinor had some talents, but singing was not one of them. Enter AI. Thanks to platforms like Suno or Udio, completely new possibilities opened up from one day to the next.
It took little more than a week and „The Edda Files“ were published.
But wait! Isn’t that cheating?
It would have been cheating if Draxinor had just pressed the „Create“ button. But he didn’t.
Because everything from the idea to the concept was a creative process. The lyrics are all by Draxinor. OK, ChatGPT helped a little with the rhymes.
But why rack your brains for hours when you can do it faster? Much faster.
Getting the mood of the lyrics into the right music would have taken weeks and months. Time that Draxinor, as a 65-year-old, would like to save for more important things.
So why not use AI as a useful tool? After all, that’s what it’s there for.
AI-generated music is not considered fraud because it is a legitimate form of artistic creation utilizing advanced technology to produce original compositions. Just as musicians use instruments, software, and other tools to create music, AI serves as a tool that composers and producers can use to enhance creativity and explore new musical possibilities.
The originality and authenticity of AI-generated music come from the unique patterns and structures it creates, which are distinct from mere replication or copying of existing works. As long as proper credit and ethical guidelines are followed, AI-generated music stands as a valid and innovative contribution to the musical landscape.
The future of AI-generated music holds significant potential for innovation and transformation within the music industry. As AI technology continues to advance, it could lead to the creation of more sophisticated and emotionally resonant compositions, opening new avenues for artistic expression. Musicians might use AI as a collaborative tool, assisting in the composition process, generating ideas, or even providing personalized music experiences for listeners.
For musicians, AI can offer new opportunities but also poses challenges. On one hand, it can democratize music production, allowing artists without extensive training or resources to create high-quality music. On the other hand, there is a concern that AI could replace some roles traditionally filled by human musicians, especially in commercial and background music production. However, the unique human touch, creativity, and emotional depth that musicians bring to their work remain irreplaceable.
Ultimately, it’s not much different than putting loops together. Something that has been common practice for a long time.
So enjoy „The Edda Files“ and look forward to what’s to come…
As mentioned above, the short detour to Udio and Suno is already over. All the so-called shortcuts that are supposed to make the life of producers easier these days have turned out to be more of a hurdle for Draxinor.
Firstly, even with tools like Scaler 2 or Instacomposer, the necessary knowledge must first be acquired in order to use them effectively. Secondly, the results are often more than unsatisfactory.
So it’s back to square one. There is no way around learning some basic knowledge of music theory. And being able to play a musical instrument is not a disadvantage either.
And so Draxinor is learning the piano in his old age and is trying to bring honesty into his music. That is what distinguishes a musician from a beat programmer.
Let’s hope that the audience recognizes and appreciates the difference.