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While exploring the ever-evolving world of #artificialintelligence, I stumbled upon an intriguing application. Marketed as a way to 'Experience professional quality, ethical #AI vocals for the first time, royalty-free,' this tool allows you to leverage recorded bespoke vocal models to transform the vocal input you provide to it. This is the first one I have tested that can replicate a lead vocal. Previously, there had been software on the market that offered background singers for harmonies, which was a great addition to enhance a lead vocal, but it was quite cumbersome to program and without heavy production sounded artificial in my opinion. As some of you may know, I moonlight as a songwriter 🎶 so I was absolutely curious to try this technology out. Back in 2016, I collaborated with an incredible composer 🎼 to write lyrics for a tribute song dedicated to the legendary Prince Rogers Nelson following his untimely death. We recorded several versions of this demo, using different vocalists. 🎬 The video* below contains vocal outputs from a vocal model powered by AI, and a human we hired to sing the lead vocal on a demo. Can you tell the difference? It might be easier to determine the human as this song is a ballad with just a piano; however, if it were a dance track with heavy production in the background, it might make it harder to discern for some if not most. This new era of AI tools is hugely beneficial for songwriters who may lack singing abilities or access to demo singers for lead vocals. However, it also raises significant questions and concerns in my mind and with AI only improving, I can't help but wonder what this means for pre-recorded music. Also, with the ambient noise in the aircraft cabin, it might make it harder to tell the difference at 30K feet compared to being on the ground...makes you wonder next time you listen to a broadcast audio inflight... I really think the legendary Gary Barlow was on to something when he called his album in 2020 "Music played by Humans" 🤔 Can you guess which singer is a human? #IFE #Entertainment #IFEC #Music #AI #takethat #GaryBarlowOBE #musicmadebyhumans #musicproduction #content #paxex #CSP #Distributors #airlines #vocals #resistanceisfutile *The video contains imagery by AI (ALT: Image of Singer 1 is a female robot in a purple evening gown in a music recording studio, Singer 2 is a male robot in a tux with purple bowtie in a music recording studio) and audio is unmixed. All rights to the music and lyrics are held by the composer and myself, who are both human. 

Excited to share our latest episode featuring Adrian Keating, Executive Director Commercial at PLAY airlines  . Explore how Play Airlines is redefining affordable travel with innovation, by introducing unique offerings such as the 'Space seat' for enhanced onboard comfort in their low-cost model. In this discussion, Adrian will also shed light on their trial with the Bluebox inflight entertainment system. Additionally, discover the meticulous approach to sourcing locally produced items, enriching their menu with authentic Icelandic flavors, and elevating the passenger experience. Join us to understand how Play Airlines not only provides exceptional experiences at an affordable price but also navigates the complexities of Iceland's ever-evolving tourism landscape, affected by geological phenomena and media sensationalism. Listen to S2 Ep 5 here or wherever you listen to podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gRcMECb6 #play #airlines #aviation #paxex #inflight #IFEC #IFE #innovation #spaceseat #travel #iceland #innovation Bluebox Aviation Systems #OYFT

The latest Qantas safety video has ignited an important discussion within the #aviation community, especially considering recent events. Its remarkable visual and storytelling quality raises the question: Does it place greater emphasis on aesthetic value at the expense of direct safety communication? Teri O’Toole , head of the Flight Attendants' Association of Australia (FAAA), the largest flight attendant union in Australia, comprising flight attendants from airlines across Australia, leverages her extensive experience in both aviation and legal fields for a discussion on the balance between captivating visuals and the imperative of conveying safety information effectively. This episode encourages a reevaluation of what constitutes the fundamental purpose of safety videos in the aviation sector. Listen here or wherever you listen to podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gbwgTxUE 'On Your Flight Today' is available wherever you listen to podcasts and our website www.onyourflighttoday.com #AviationSafety #Qantas #SafetyVideos #paxex #airlines #airlineindustry #safety #podcast #flightattendant #flightattendants

As technology continues to advance and the demand for a personalized passenger experience surges, the realms of #Airline #loyalty and Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity (#ifec ) are progressively merging. Within the International Airlines Group (IAG), the IAG Loyalty business is fundamental in creating the IFEC experience for countless passengers, serving as a technology partner to the IAG group's airlines, that include British Airways, Vueling Airlines, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and LEVEL Airlines. In S2 Ep3 of On Your Flight Today I am joined by Mark Cheyney, IFEC Strategy, Performance and Operations Manager from IAG Loyalty. Mark will share some interesting insights into the strategy and operational dynamics of the team that functions as the technological backbone, seamlessly integrating IFEC solutions with each of the five airlines under the IAG umbrella. Some topics include: ✈ Navigating the complexities and challenges of managing technology solutions across diverse airline brands and multiple IFEC suppliers. ✈Weighing the pros and cons of developing in-house IFEC solutions versus outsourcing to vendors, and the trade-offs involved. ✈Delving into the strategic considerations behind these decisions, focusing on aspects like cost, customization, and control over the end-user experience. ✈Exploring the challenges of personalization, including the identification of different passenger personas and adherence to stringent privacy laws. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gE8sh9rD 'On Your Flight Today' is available wherever you listen to podcasts and our website www.onyourflighttoday.com #paxex #airlines #aviation #IFEC #IFC #IFE #Personalization