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Algorithm is a Dancer

Sep 22, 201423 minEp. 34
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Episode description

In an attempt to better understand pop music, Dr. Lior Shamir created an algorithm that can correctly identify and track the Beatles artistic output over the evolution of their career.  Now, the same technology is being used to predict whether songs, movies, and other entertainment will be popular, and could even replace creators altogether. Jeff is worried that an equation will never have the soul required to create true beauty, while Anthony is convinced all art can be reduced to math.  

 

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Article:  http://www.fastcolabs.com/3034237/this-is-going-to-change-how-you-listen-to-music-forever

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