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Opera is not dying – but it needs a second act for the streaming era
Opera is not dying – but it needs a second act for the streaming era Opera companies are facing financial stress due to declining attendance and revenue, but this doesn’t necessarily mean the art form is dying. The traditional business model of opera is faltering, relying on season ticket sales and big donors, whereas other […]
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Kaoss Pad V is the first major upgrade to Korg’s touch-based effects in 13 years
Kaoss Pad V is the first major upgrade to Korg’s touch-based effects in 13 years The Kaoss Pad V is Korg’s first major upgrade to their touch-based effects unit in 13 years. The new Kaoss Pad V retains the core idea of an effect unit with a touchpad for natural, performance-focused control. The device can […]
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Googoosh, the ‘Voice of Iran,’ has gone quiet – and that’s her point
Googoosh, the ‘Voice of Iran,’ has gone quiet – and that’s her point Googoosh, known as the “Voice of Iran,” has gone quiet due to her refusal to sing until her country is rescued from the current political turmoil. Googoosh’s silence is a conscious political gesture that draws its force from her singular position in […]
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Pioneer Sphera is bringing Dolby Atmos in cars to the people
Pioneer Sphera is bringing Dolby Atmos in cars to the people Pioneer Sphera is an aftermarket in-dash receiver that brings Dolby Atmos to cars. The device features a 10.1-inch capacitive screen and enables Dolby Atmos playback on Apple CarPlay. Dolby Atmos can be achieved with as few as four speakers installed in the car, making […]
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LG’s new karaoke-ready party speaker uses AI to remove song vocals
LG’s new karaoke-ready party speaker uses AI to remove song vocals LG has announced a new karaoke-ready party speaker called the Stage 501, built in collaboration with Will.i.am. The speaker features an “AI Karaoke Master” that can remove or adjust vocals from virtually any song, without requiring karaoke-specific audio files. The AI feature also adjusts […]
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Slab is the first MIDI controller built exclusively for Serato Studio
Slab is the first MIDI controller built exclusively for Serato Studio Slab is the first MIDI controller built exclusively for Serato Studio, aiming to integrate music-making software and hardware seamlessly. The success of Native Instruments’ Maschine and Ableton’s Push has set a high standard for custom MIDI controllers integrating with DAWs. Serato hopes to capture […]
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97 percent of people struggle to identify AI music, but it’s not as bad as it seems
97 percent of people struggle to identify AI music, but it’s not as bad as it seems 97% of people struggle to identify AI-generated music, according to a recent survey by Deezer and Ipsos. The survey asked participants to guess which three tracks were completely AI-generated out of three, with only those who correctly identified […]
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You need to listen to the searing noise pop album Forever in Your Heart
You need to listen to the searing noise pop album Forever in Your Heart The Black Dresses’ album “Forever in Your Heart” is a masterclass in barely contained chaos, expertly weaving together noise, pop hooks, and abrasive electronics. The Canadian duo of Ada Rook and Devi McCallion crafts an undeniably catchy sound that blends glitchy […]
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Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI
Stereogum soldiers on in the era of streaming and AI Stereogum, an indie rock music blog, was launched on January 1st, 2002, by founder Scott Lapatine. The site initially focused on music discovery and posting MP3s, reflecting the early days of online music sharing. Over time, Stereogum shifted its focus to music journalism, adapting to […]
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How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution
How LimeWire ended the Napster music revolution LimeWire was a file-sharing platform that played a significant role in ending the Napster music revolution. The platform allowed users to share and download music files, contributing to the widespread adoption of peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. LimeWire’s popularity peaked around 2005-2006, coinciding with the rise of broadband internet […]
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