YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/CrUlIezY7ug

The music biz has always blurred the lines between the real and the fake, like KISS dubbing in the audience on their live album.

Will Smith has gotten some brutal press for his use of AI to 'enhance' his audience in a video of him performing. The controversy is exposing some much deeper realizations about the use of AI.

"AI fatigue is hitting hard."

"AI-generated content isn’t just underperforming; it’s triggering active resentment."

"Public backlash against AI-generated content is growing."

"Gen Z is turning away from AI-generated content, loudly."

Is it just showbiz, or are there real cultural cracks in the use of AI? (and yes there are cats at the end of the podcast)