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Updated by Henry Fui on May 07, 2020
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The Effects of Technology in the Music Industry

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The Effects of Technology in the Music Industry

The Effects of Technology in the Music Industry

Right now technology is quickly innovating and all the industries are getting a feel of it. The music industry is also facing a lot of changes throughout the years. If you will come to think of it, 20 years ago, everything in the music industry is different. We do not have any access to the internet, so info is a little bit scarce. If you will compare it today, wherein we can search a lot of info on the internet, everything becomes easy.
People aren’t born as music prodigy can have the ability to learn how to play instruments online. Unlike before, you have to study everything through books for self-study. Or if you have the extra budget then hiring a music instructor is the next resort.
You can use either a smartphone or computer to browse for musical pieces. You can also find tutorials that you desire to help you learn how to play music. You can learn in a much easier and comfortable manner.

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In Terms of Listening

Listening to music also has changed a lot throughout the years. We can listen easier with the use of our gadgets. We can browse songs through video streaming sites. Some examples of it are YouTube, Dailymotion, and many more.
You do not have to concerts more often as you can listen to the songs anytime you want for free. This is why it is a great way for new generations to start loving music.
People can listen to the various mediums that they want. Examples of it are Bluetooth speakers, phones, laptops, and many more. They can relax through it anytime they want. Done are the days that we have to use cassette tapes or CDs when we want to play music. Right now, we can save songs on our flash drives and plug them on USB compatible speakers.
Headphones are also caught by innovation. Before they come in big sizes but when times go by they changed in form. Some of them are called earbuds right now because they are micro small and cordless. They rely on signals to produce high-quality sounds.

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The Back of an Era

The Back of an Era

People right now are enthusiastically getting back to the old ways of listening to music. They are opting for music that is tangible meaning it can be touch or feel. Just like the old vinyl record s in which collectors are dying to have and listen to.
Right now vinyl records have increased in value and will keep on increasing over time. This proves that technology is not only about moving forward but we can look back as well.
It is the reason why you should keep your precious old goods as their value goes up. Some examples of this are musical instruments, artists’ memorabilia, and many more.
AI in the Music Industry
Creating a unique kind of music paves the way for AI to enter the music industry. It makes the intensive transformation in the music industry possible. Musicians are using artificial intelligence as a kind of tool to produce music.
Since live music is getting famous daily, tools are essential. Right now making live music becomes quick and easy because of AI. Creators can produce music even at home as long as they have tools. They can upload their music on various streaming sites. It will allow them to increase their audience base.
One example of AI-based live performance music is with the use of a hologram. It can mimic the appearance of the artist in a life-sized holographic image. It makes the experience more unique and exciting.
With this technology, music producers can bring dead artists back to life. It is by performing in a holographic form. Holograms can also put more creativity into concerts. As a result, it will make things more amazing.

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Social Media and Music Industry

There is no doubt that social media is known to affect the music industry significantly. It can help create useful relationships for various artists all over the world.
They can also use social media to share their newly-created music to the world. This is where they can widen their fan base and can earn some decent money from their music. If they are lucky their music can go viral which can give the artist a thousand folds of benefits.
You can also use paid advertising to market your music. This will increase your fan base easily which will give you chances of getting a career. Well, if there is an instance that your newly-shared music did not get some views. Do not lose hope as there still a lot more social media sites that you can utilize.
You can also use video streaming sites aside from social media. This is also shareable to social media sites. It is just like hitting two birds in one stone. You are getting views on the video streaming site and at the same time having views from the social media sites.

There is no doubt that the music industry has gone a long way and underwent significant changes. This can allow people to grow as an artist leading to better careers. As time goes by, the music industry will continue to flourish with the help of technology. You have to use those technologies well as an artist.
Some purist musicians that prefer the conventional way of creating music. It still depends on the artist on what technology they would prefer to use. The most important thing is music is going in the right direction.
Just keep on doing your hobby and rest assured that you are in the right place. As time goes by, the music industry will innovate and you must abide by it. There is no permanent thing in this world as change and it is a positive thing. Just make sure that you master your craft more to ensure that you are coping with the technology.