July 16, 2025

Last night I watched Rick Beato on YouTube create a pop song using AI. He told it the style he wanted and the subject matter. In a matter of moments a fully formed song popped out (pun intended) that actually sounded pretty consistent with what I’ve heard recently. After another prompt AI also created a “picture” of the fictional artist. I personally find the whole thing disturbing, as did Beato. A week ago I heard an AI attempt to create a new work in a baroque style. It was awful but I’m afraid it won’t be long before it gets better.

I’m not sure where all of this is heading. I’m pretty sure I'm not going to like it. I hope that my humble podcast and this blog will work as a subtle speed bump by putting performers and creators and everyone else involved in the arts in the spotlight.

In case you missed it …

The distinguished and award-winning guitarist Adam Levin talked about the Kithara Project, teaching, touring, recording, and much more.

Coming up…

Albert Bramante, the founder and CEO of Bramante Artists in NYC talks about working with actors and his role in helping to make them successful. An honest and interesting look under the hood to see some of the engine that helps propel a successful acting career.

In other news…

The Cassatt String Quartet will be at the Seal Bay Festival July 27-Aug 6. For additional information please click here.