The Beatles’ recent release, “Now and Then,” has made history as the first AI-assisted song to garner a Grammy nomination.Originally a 1970s demo by John Lennon, this music went unfinished for decades due to technology limitations that made it difficult to separate Lennon’s voice from the background piano. However, breakthroughs in AI technology, led by filmmaker Peter Jackson and his colleagues, made this isolation possible, allowing Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to complete the song in 2023.
The tune has prompted disputes regarding the use of artificial intelligence in music. Critics claim that AI may erode creative authenticity, while supporters see technology as a game-changing instrument that may rejuvenate and enhance art. The Recording Academy’s current guidelines allow songs with AI-assisted parts to participate.
As long as human creativity remains the driving force, “Now and Then” is eligible for awards such as Record of the Year and Best Pop Performance. The song honors The Beatles’ enduring history while simultaneously representing a new era of technological and artistic collaboration.
According to industry analysts, the Grammy nomination might pique interest and drive innovation in AI-powered music production.
Regardless matter whether it wins, “Now and Then” demonstrates The Beatles’ enduring popularity and the revolutionary power of AI in the arts.
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