AI technology enables release of The Beatles’ last song, ‘Now And Then’.
OAN’s James Meyers
3:10 PM – Thursday, October 26, 2023
The Beatles’ final song, titled “Now and Then,” has been brought to life with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The highly anticipated song, featuring all four members of the band, will be released next week, thanks to the same AI technology used in Peter Jackson’s documentary Get Back.
“There it was, John’s voice, crystal clear,” Paul McCartney said in a statement. “It’s quite emotional. And we all play on it, it’s a genuine Beatles recording. In 2023, to still be working on Beatles music, and about to release a new song the public haven’t heard, I think it’s an exciting thing.”
The song would not have been released without the use of AI, which is now revolutionizing the music industry.
Furthermore, the song was originally written and demoed by John Lennon in the late 1970s. Lennon’s widow, Yoko Ono, later gave the demo to Paul McCartney, along with Lennon’s demos “Free As a Bird” and “Real Love,” on a cassette labeled “For Paul.”
McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison, who passed away in 2001, also contributed new parts and completed a rough mix for “Now and Then” in the late 1990s.
However, due to technological limitations at the time, the band was unable to separate Lennon’s vocals from the piano to achieve a clear mix.
Thanks to AI technology, Lennon’s vocals were successfully isolated from the piano, allowing the band to incorporate acoustic guitar by Harrison, a new drum track by Starr, and new guitar, bass, piano, and slide guitar tracks by McCartney.
“It was the closest we’ll ever come to having him back in the room, so it was very emotional for all of us. It was like John was there, you know,” Starr said. “It’s far out.”
Stay informed! Receive breaking news blasts directly to your inbox for free. Subscribe here. https://www.oann.com/alerts
New reports suggest the FBI received information from dozens of confidential sources on criminal matters related to President Biden and his family.
A looming shortage of physicians in the U.S. due to a crisis of burnout among doctors has the American Medical Association calling on Congress to take action.
Senate Republicans grill Biden Administration officials on the influx of migrants coming into the Southern Border.
Customs And Border Patrol are warning that terror groups, including Hamas, could pass through the Southern Border.
Malaysia’s communications regulator will issue a warning to social media firms TikTok and Meta for allegedly blocking pro-Palestinian content on their platforms.
Lawyers for FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried kicked off their case at his fraud trial on Thursday.
Microsoft is outstripping Alphabet in the race to make money from generative AI through early bets on OpenAI and focus on big clients.
Apple increased the subscription prices of Apple TV+ and Apple News+.
rnrn
What role did AI technology play in isolating John Lennon’s vocals for “Now and Then”?
The Beatles’ Final Song “Now and Then” Brought to Life with AI Technology
(Photo by John Pratt/Keystone/Getty Images)
OAN’s James Meyers
3:10 PM – Thursday, October 26, 2023
The Beatles’ final song, titled “Now and Then,” has been brought to life with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
The highly anticipated song, featuring all four members of the band, will be released next week, thanks to the same AI technology used in Peter Jackson’s documentary “Get Back.”
“There it was, John’s voice, crystal clear,” Paul McCartney said in a statement. “It’s quite emotional. And we all play on it, it’s a genuine Beatles recording. In 2023, to still be working on Beatles music, and about to release a new song the public haven’t heard, I think it’s an exciting thing.”
The song would not have been released without the use of AI, which is now revolutionizing the music industry.
Furthermore, the song was originally written and demoed by John Lennon in the late 1970s. Lennon’s widow, Yoko Ono, later gave the demo to Paul McCartney, along with Lennon’s demos ”Free As a Bird” and “Real Love,” on a cassette labeled “For Paul.”
McCartney, Ringo Starr, and George Harrison, who passed away in 2001, also contributed new parts and completed a rough mix for “Now and Then” in the late 1990s.
However, due to technological limitations at the time, the band was unable to separate Lennon’s vocals from the piano to achieve a clear mix.
Thanks to AI technology, Lennon’s vocals were successfully isolated from the piano, allowing the band to incorporate acoustic guitar by Harrison, a new drum track by Starr, and new guitar, bass, piano, and slide guitar tracks by McCartney.
“It was the closest we’ll ever come to having him back in the room, so it was very emotional for all of us. It was like John was there, you know,” Starr said. “It’s far out.”
The release of “Now and Then” demonstrates the incredible possibilities that AI technology offers in the field of music production. It allows artists to create and revive music that was previously difficult or impossible to complete.
This technology opens up a whole new world of opportunities for musicians, producers, and fans alike. With AI, we can expect to see more collaborations and creative projects that push the boundaries of what is possible in music and entertainment.
As we await the release of ”Now and Then,” it serves as a reminder of the timeless impact of The Beatles and their enduring legacy in the music industry. Their music continues to captivate audiences, and AI is now helping to keep their spirit alive for generations to come.
Stay informed! Receive breaking news blasts directly to your inbox for free. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest developments in music and beyond.
" Conservative News Daily does not always share or support the views and opinions expressed here; they are just those of the writer."
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
Now loading...