When AI Ruins Rap Beef 🤖

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In this week’s issue:

• 🤖 Multiple AI Tracks Released Amidst Drake & Kendrick Battle

• 👨🏽‍⚖️ Legendary Atlanta Music Producer Rico Wade Passes at 52

• 📺 Toronto Producer Bambii Clinches First Juno Award

• 🎛 Behringer Explains “Leaked” Free Vintage Synth Plugin

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Multiple AI Tracks Released Amidst Drake & Kendrick Battle

The What: Kendrick Lamar's diss track aimed at Drake hit the internet, causing a stir among rap fans. But hold up, here's the thing—it's not even real, fam. It turns out it's AI, leaving fans scratching their heads and wondering what's legit in the rap game these days.

Tell Me More: Picture this: you wake up to a Kendrick Lamar diss track flooding your timeline, only to find out it's the work of artificial intelligence. It's got heads spinning and debates raging over the authenticity of rap beefs in the age of AI. Even seasoned battle rap legends like Daylyt and insider sources confirmed it's AI behind the bars. Looks like the lines between real and fake are getting blurrier by the minute.

Say Word: The rise of AI in rap battles raises some serious questions, like who's really behind the mic and what's the future of authentic music with these diss leaks? Many are becoming frustrated with trying to figure out which leaks are real or not.

Final Verdict: What happens when an AI diss track, outshines the official release from the artist? This takes away from the intrigue of the battle, altogether. For now, the rap game's in for a wild ride as we navigate this brave new world of AI and Hip-Hop.

This Week’s Trivia Question

This week’s trivia question is not sponsored, however, take a stab at it anyway!

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Legendary Atlanta Music Producer Rico Wade Passes at 52

Rico Wade, legendary Atlanta-based music producer and integral member of Organized Noize and The Dungeon Family, passed away at the age of 52, as confirmed by his family and music groups. Known for his groundbreaking work with OutKast, Ludacris, and TLC, Wade's contributions to southern hip-hop are celebrated as foundational. Tributes poured in from across the music industry, with former collaborators and Atlanta community members alike honoring his legacy. From Killer Mike's heartfelt Instagram tribute to Future's acknowledgment of their familial bond, Wade's impact on music and culture resonates deeply, leaving an enduring mark on the Hip-Hop landscape. — RIP 🙏🏽

Toronto Producer Bambii Clinches First Juno Award

Known for her innovative genre-bending DJ sets and production, Toronto's own Bambii secured her first Juno Award for electronic album of the year with her groundbreaking debut EP, "Infinity Club," released in 2023. Blending influences from jungle, dancehall, breakbeat, and house music, Bambii's electrifying soundscapes captivated audiences worldwide, earning her accolades and recognition as a pivotal figure in the city's dynamic music scene. In her acceptance speech, Bambii highlighted the vibrant diversity of Toronto's underground artists and emphasized the importance of supporting marginalized voices within the Canadian music industry. Despite facing barriers as a woman in production, Bambii's relentless dedication and boundary-pushing creativity continue to shape the future of electronic music, promising even more exhilarating sonic adventures in her forthcoming projects.

Check the Tech-nique

Behringer Explains “Leaked” Free Vintage Synth Plugin

Behringer recently caused a stir in the music production community with the apparent launch and subsequent removal of its free synth plugin, Vintage. The company attributed the fleeting availability of the plugin to an "accidental leak," clarifying that Vintage has not yet been officially launched and the registration link for testers was unintentionally made public. While some users managed to access Vintage before its removal, Behringer emphasized that the plugin was not a collaboration with Tone2 Audiosoftware, dispelling confusion surrounding its similarities to Tone2's Saurus synth.

Behringer revealed that Vintage was designed by a renowned sound engine creator, teasing future releases of free or low-cost VSTs as part of a partnership aimed at empowering musicians. Despite the initial hiccup, Behringer remains committed to introducing Vintage and other plugins to the market, highlighting their dedication to supporting musicians who may not have access to high-cost music production tools. No date has been given for the actual release of the plugin.

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Trivia Results

Check out the answer to last week’s trivia question.

At what frequency range are the most fundamental and lower harmonic tones found?

Answer: Low & Mid Frequencies

The fundamental frequency and its lower harmonic tones, defining the pitch and timbre of a sound, are mainly found in the low and mid-frequency range. These frequencies contribute to the fundamental pitch perception and overall tonal character of a sound. Therefore, they are most prominent in the low and mid-frequency regions of the spectrum.

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