Universal Music Releases AI-Powered Spanish Version of Brenda Lee's Classic Hit
- tech360.tv
- Oct 28, 2024
- 2 min read
Universal Music Group releases a Spanish version of Brenda Lee's hit song using AI technology. The AI-generated track, "Noche Buena y Navidad," respects artist approval and showcases the potential of AI in music. SoundLabs' MicDrop AI vocal plug-in was used to create the Spanish vocals while retaining the original music.
This innovative project, approved by Brenda Lee herself, was brought to life under the expertise of acclaimed Latin music producer Auero Baqueiro.
The release of this AI-generated song marks a significant milestone in the music industry, showcasing how artificial intelligence can be harnessed while upholding the integrity of artists and ensuring their explicit consent. This move comes amidst ongoing discussions surrounding the ethical use of AI in entertainment, particularly in light of concerns related to copyright infringement and artist approval.
The vocal track for "Noche Buena y Navidad" was crafted using SoundLabs' MicDrop, an AI vocal plug-in that enables users to transform their voice into various tones or instruments. By leveraging a vocal model derived from Brenda Lee's voice, the song preserves the original music and background vocals while introducing a newly translated Spanish lead vocal, resulting in a fresh take on the beloved holiday classic.
According to Universal Music, the outcome is a rendition that captures the essence of the original song, with the Spanish vocals reminiscent of a young Brenda Lee stepping into the recording booth for the very first time. This fusion of AI technology and musical artistry has paved the way for a unique and captivating adaptation of a timeless favourite.
In a strategic move earlier this year, Universal Music inked a partnership with SoundLabs to develop bespoke high-quality vocal models for artists, utilising their own voice data for training purposes. This collaboration empowers artists to maintain ownership of their vocal likeness while granting them full creative authority over the final output, ensuring a seamless blend of technology and artistic expression.
Universal Music Group releases a Spanish version of Brenda Lee's hit song using AI technology.
The AI-generated track, "Noche Buena y Navidad," respects artist approval and showcases the potential of AI in music.
SoundLabs' MicDrop AI vocal plug-in was used to create the Spanish vocals while retaining the original music.
Source: REUTERS
