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Computers Only Do One Thing

Why algorithms can’t replace artists (so quit freaking out)

In March of this year, music industry giant Warner Music Group signed a 20 album deal with Endel, a startup which uses its own custom software to generate music.

While some people reacted with interest, there was a noticeable tone of unease in many of the responses. I even saw expressions of sadness, anger, or disgust. Articles were written with titles like “The End is Nigh: An algorithm just signed with a major record label.”