A songwriting battle with my AI clone | Jason "Poo Bear" Boyd, Elise Hu

The podcast explores the intersection of AI and music, questioning whether AI can replicate the human soul in music. Songwriter and producer Jason Poo Bear Boyd discusses his evolving integration of digital technology and AI tools in music production. He uses AI for concept generation and to avoid copyright infringement, but maintains that AI can't replicate the emotional depth derived from human experiences like love and heartbreak. Boyd expresses concern for up-and-coming songwriters who may struggle to compete with AI-generated music and emphasizes the importance of protecting creatives' unique sounds. He predicts a cyclical return to authentic instrumentation and live performances, suggesting innovative ways to incentivize free concerts through brand partnerships. A live songwriting battle between Boyd and the AI tool Suno is featured, highlighting the differences between human and AI-generated music.