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Laughing Jaw

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Sep 12, 2022, 10:54:06 PM9/12/22
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I thought I'd use some of the new AI tools that promises to write an article on any topic you desire. My topic is "The Beatles are the Future".

Here are the unedited results:

The Beatle are the Future: a look at how their influence is still felt today.

The Beatles are one of the most influential bands of all time. Their rise to fame is almost unheard of, and their impact on pop music can be felt to this day. At the time, many people could not see past the mop-top haircuts and boy-next-door good looks of these Liverpudlian lads. Now, it’s their forward-thinking attitude that has stood the test of time. Let’s take a look at why The Beatles are still so important today – and what their legacy means for the future of pop music.


Their own instruments and innovative recording techniques
When The Beatles first started, they played on cheap rented instruments. However, when they earned enough money from touring, they bought their own equipment – much of which was custom-made. This included a Rickenbacker bass for Starr, a Gibson model for McCartney and a Höfner model for Harrison. Along with the instruments, The Beatles developed their own recording techniques. Their use of echo and reverb was revolutionary at the time, and is still used today. The ‘looper’ effect used on “Tomorrow Never Knows” is still used today in music production, and the use of creative instruments like the theremin and sitar can be heard in many songs.


The Beatles’ sense of fashion and style
Although this may seem trivial, The Beatles’ sense of fashion and style played a big part in their success. The pop stars of the 1950s and 1960s were directly inspired by Elvis Presley’s look, but The Beatles revolutionised the world of fashion. The bright colours and floral patterns, the long hair, and their penchant for bell-bottoms, striped jumpers and googles were copied by fans of all ages. Their style was copied by other bands and designers, and their influence can still be seen today in the world of fashion.


They changed the landscape of recorded music
The Beatles were at the forefront of many changes in the music industry. They fought for the rights of artists in the face of record company greed. They also campaigned against the pay-disc system in which artists received no royalties from sales. They were very forward thinking in the sense that they wanted to have the rights to their work and receive royalties for their albums. For example, in 1967, they were the first band to release an album on the vinyl record format. This was a bold move that was often rejected by other artists at the time. They also released their music on cassette tapes and CDs – something that was uncommon until the 1990s.


Women in rock: A lesson from The Beatles
The Beatles are often praised for their support of women in the music industry. Their first manager, Brian Epstein, was gay, and they were involved in the Northern Soul scene, which included many female performers. They were also among the first rock bands to feature a female drummer. This made drummer Ringo Starr’s wife, Maureen, the first female member in a major rock band. More recently, there has been a growing number of female producers and engineers. This can be attributed to The Beatles’ support of women in the industry.


Conclusion
The Beatles are an iconic band who revolutionised pop music and challenged the music industry. The band members are known for their forward thinking attitude, and their impact on the industry still feels today. From their own instruments and innovative recording techniques to their support of women in the music industry, The Beatles are an influential band and remain important today. Now that we’ve explored why The Beatles are still so important today, let’s take a look at how their influence is still felt on the industry today.

RJKe...@yahoo.com

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Sep 13, 2022, 1:11:25 PM9/13/22
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So Ringo and Maureen Starr were a married rhythm section to the band, sort of like Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth of the Talking Heads?

RJKe...@yahoo.com

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Sep 13, 2022, 1:12:43 PM9/13/22
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On Monday, September 12, 2022 at 10:54:06 PM UTC-4, Laughing Jaw wrote:
What does this AI have to say on "Paul is Dead," I wonder?

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Oct 4, 2022, 12:24:54 PM10/4/22
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Op 13-9-2022 om 4:54 schreef Laughing Jaw:
Wow:

> For example, in 1967, they were the first band to release an album
> on the vinyl record format. This was a bold move that was often
> rejected by other artists at the time. They also released their music
> on cassette tapes and CDs – something that was uncommon until the 1990s.


So The Beatles were the first on vinyl in 1967?
And they used CD's 13 (or more) years before the invention of the CD?
And other artists did not used CD's before the 1990's?

Rink

RJKe...@yahoo.com

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Oct 4, 2022, 2:56:40 PM10/4/22
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Looks like AI isn't very I.

Rink

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Nov 1, 2022, 4:05:12 PM11/1/22
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Op 4-10-2022 om 20:56 schreef RJKe...@yahoo.com:
Yes, and very A

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