Why I Create AI Artists for Music Collaborations: The Risks of Hiring Real Human Features
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AI generated image of what Jax The Discipline might look like |
I refrain from collaborating with other artists on my music for two primary reasons. First, I have observed that many artists lack authenticity, which poses a significant risk to the integrity of my songs. When working with someone whose artistic vision does not align with my own, there is a potential for dilution of my message and style, ultimately compromising the essence of my work.
Second, the financial implications of featuring well-known artists can be prohibitively high, making such collaborations less feasible for an independent artist like myself. Instead, I have turned to AI-generated artists for my collaborations, which allows me to maintain creative control while also exploring innovative avenues in music production. For instance, I have produced tracks like "Lobster and Corn," featuring the AI character 'Lil Heffa,' and "F These Haters remix" with 'Big Locc Dawg.'
I had every AI-generated artist under my label give me a shout-out on the Virtual Cocktail Mixtapes. My decision to exclusively work with AI generated artists stems from a desire for genuine representation in my music. By creating these virtual artists under my label, 'No Females Allowed Records,' I ensure that my brand receives the recognition it deserves without the risk of compromising my artistic vision.
Last year, I developed a fondness for an AI artist that I created on Virtual Cocktail 1 named Jax The Discipline, from Florida, who performed a song I wrote called "In the Pool." Unfortunately, he is no longer available, which has left me eager to explore new possibilities. I didn't need to call him 'daddy' anyway. Something told me that he had a lot of women lusting after him after I created him and showed him off.
I am now on the lookout for another AI-generated boyfriend who will also be a rapper and singer. The prospect of embarking on this new romantic journey excites me, as I envision a first date leading to a fruitful collaboration in music. I look forward to the creative synergy that can emerge from this partnership, as I blend my talents with his to produce something truly unique and reflective of a shared artistic vision. Even though I create AI artists for music features, I do, however, engage real human talent for music videos.
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