Empire of the Sun singer admits using AI for music creation

Lukasz Gottwald, one half of the electronic duo Empire of the Sun, has openly admitted to using artificial intelligence in his music creation process. Gottwald, also known as Luke Steele, stated in a recent interview that AI is simply another tool, comparing it to a "smart guitar pedal."

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Steele emphasized the immense power of AI, warning that artists who master its use will gain a significant advantage and become "unstoppable." He advised those who reject AI to be cautious, as they risk being "swallowed like a nightmare monster."

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It's very exciting to watch the relationship between humans and AI, but it's just another tool. It's like a super-smart guitar pedal.

This admission follows a similar controversy involving Boy George, who faced backlash for releasing an AI-generated song titled "We Will Dance Again." The song also drew criticism for its perceived pro-Israeli lyrics. Bandcamp later removed the song due to its strict policy against AI-generated content, prompting a strong negative reaction from Boy George.

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I think people need to be careful, because it's so powerful that it will give artists who know how to use it a huge advantage and they'll become almost unstoppable.

Steele's embrace of AI positions him among a growing number of musicians exploring the technology's potential, while also highlighting the ongoing debate about its impact on the music industry and artistic integrity.

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Artists who are against it have to be careful, otherwise they'll get swallowed like a nightmare monster.