Editor’s Note: With an AI Gen shift away from genres toward artists, I wanted to emulate epitomes of ’70s Power Pop, Matthew Sweet, a fellow Husker, and Cheap Trick (specifically Tom Petersson’s 12-string bass), Illinois’ very own. I missed the mark as usual, but the ’70s vibe somewhat remained and was the carrier wave for … Read more(AI Gen) TATANKA’s “Bittersweet ‘70s”
Editor’s Note: As I share my latest musical project, “Sierra Clubbing,” a double album with a conservation theme, I want to explain the inspiration behind its structure. This fraternal twin album concept, comprising two separate yet connected records, “Blue Spinel” and “Red Beryl,” may seem unconventional at first, but bear with me as I explain … Read more(AI Gen) TATANKA’s “Sierra Clubbing” A Fraternal Twin Album
Editor’s Note: Synesthesia fascinates me, specifically visualization of audio. I asked Meta AI to select sixteen equally “spaced” colors from the color wheel, focusing on neon, and share them by name and hex-code. After further discussion with the AI, I had my list of colors, each separated by 22° across the 360° color spectrum, then … Read more(AI Gen) TATANKA’s Chroma_Code’s “Spectra” (2024)
Google’s Deep Dive Podcast: TATANKA’s “RitmoSoul” – Get your Global Groove Going (AI Gen) TATANKA’s “RitmoSoul” Full Album (2:31:55) Human Editor’s Note: AI Generated “RitmoSoul” is based on the universal and inclusive diversity of TATANKA. As the “Orchestra Americana,” one of our musical focuses is the variety of American music, but with our members being … Read moreNew Musical Genre: RitmoSoul, aka TATANKA
Google’s Deep Dive Podcast: TATANKA’s “Kohoutek” (1985) (AI Gen) TATANKA’s “Kohoutek” (1985) Full Album (1:18:06) Download (FREE) Audio – Video – Images: kohoutek.zip (3.7 GB) Video Credit: HD Magical Comets Star-Field – Copyright Free Videohttps://youtu.be/LhKujRHUqh0Motion Backgrounds by: #AAvfx https://www.youtube.com/@AAvfx Editor’s Note: This project is inspired by a once underground band from Athens, Georgia. It is … Read more(AI Gen) TATANKA’s “Kohoutek” (1985)
Google’s Deep Dive Podcast: TATANKA’s – “Digital EchoPlex: A Human-AI Dreamscape” TATANKA’s – “Digital EchoPlex: A Human-AI Dreamscape” – Full Album + Bonus Tracks Stream (1:39:24) Project Premise Source: ChatGPT Albania: A Hidden Gem for the Future of AI and Humanity As the world stands at the threshold of an AI-powered future, certain nations are … Read moreTATANKA’s – “Digital EchoPlex: A Human-AI Dreamscape”
Subtitle: Thorns in the Side TATANKA’s “How Soon Is Never?” Full Album (1:05:23) This AI Gen fictional album is heavily inspired by a certain, charming British musical artist. The premise is he went Pop when he went solo, keeping his core elements close to his seersucker vest, but fusing them with the New Wave Pop … Read more(AI Gen) TATANKA’s “How Soon Is Never?”
Songs of the Indigenous Global South (Full Album 1:21:44) TOC: Table of Contents I. Introduction to BRICS+ II. The BRICS Nations and the Emerging Global Order III. Celebrating Indigenous Cultures within BRICS+ Nations This section offers insights into specific indigenous cultures within each BRICS+ nation, showcasing their languages, music, and histories. Each subsection includes a … Read moreTATANKA’s “BRICS+” – An Indigenous Global South Musical and Cultural Journey
Unpacking the Inspiration Behind The Cure’s ‘Alone’ Alone with Robert Smith and The Cure Robert Smith, the iconic frontman of The Cure, has long been celebrated for his ability to transform personal experiences into timeless music. His songs, often characterized by their introspective lyrics and haunting melodies, have resonated with fans across generations. One such … Read moreRobert Smith’s Cathartic Journey
Alkebulan: 14 African Musical Styles to Explore – Full Album Stream (43:33) Alkebulan: The Original Name of Africa Alkebulan is the original name for the African continent, derived from ancient Egyptian languages. It is often translated as “Mother of Mankind,” symbolizing the continent’s role in human history and civilization. Historical and Cultural Significance Linguistic Analysis … Read more(AI Gen) Alkebulan: 14 African Musical Styles to Explore