Algorithm is a Dancer
In an attempt to better understand pop music, Dr. Lior Shamir created an algorithm that can correctly identify and track the Beatles artistic output over the evolution of their career. Now, the same technology is being used to predict whether songs, movies, and other entertainment will be popular, and could even replace creators altogether. Jeff is worried that an equation will never have the soul required to create true beauty, while Anthony is convinced all art can be reduced to math. Support us on Patreon! [http://patreon.com/wehaveconcerns](http://patreon.com/wehaveconcerns) Jeff on Twitter: [http://www.twitter.com/jeffcannata](http://www.twitter.com/jeffcannata) Anthony on Twitter: [http://www.twitter.com/acarboni](http://www.twitter.com/acarboni) Article: [http://www.fastcolabs.com/3034237/this-is-going-to-change-how-you-listen-to-music-forever](http://www.fastcolabs.com/3034237/this-is-going-to-change-how-you-listen-to-music-forever)
We Have Concerns · Jeff Cannata/Anthony Carboni
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In an attempt to better understand pop music, Dr. Lior Shamir created an algorithm that can correctly identify and track the Beatles artistic output over the evolution of their career. Now, the same technology is being used to predict whether songs, movies, and other entertainment will be popular, and could even replace creators altogether. Jeff is worried that an equation will never have the soul required to create true beauty, while Anthony is convinced all art can be reduced to math.
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Jeff on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jeffcannata
Anthony on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/acarboni
Article: http://www.fastcolabs.com/3034237/this-is-going-to-change-how-you-listen-to-music-forever
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