Adobe is entering the music business as the company is introducing its new experimental generative AI capable of creating backing tracks.
It does not have an official name yet as the technology is known as Project Music GenAI. The way it works, according to Adobe, is to enter a text message into the AI that describes what you want to hear; whether it be “power rock”, “happy dance” or “sad jazz”. Additionally, users will be able to upload music files to the generative engine for later manipulation. There will even be some editing tools in the workflow to make adjustments on the fly.
If any of this sounds familiar, it's because we've seen this type of technology several times before. Last year, Meta launched MusicGen to create short instrumentals and Google opened the doors to its experimental audio engine called Instrument Playground. But what's different about Adobe's tool is that it offers simpler but robust editing, as far as we know.
Project Music GenAI is not publicly available. However, Adobe recently posted a video on its official YouTube channel showing the experiment in detail.
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The clip primarily follows an Adobe researcher demonstrating what AI can do. He starts by uploading the song. habanera from Georges Bizet's opera Carmen and then proceeds to change the melody through a message. In one case, the researcher commissioned Project Music to make habanera It sounds like the soundtrack of an inspiring movie. Sure enough, the result became less fun and more edifying. In another example, they gave the song a hip-hop style backing.
When it comes to generating new content, Project Music can even create songs with different tempos and structures. There is a clear delineation between the intro, verse, chorus, and other parts of the track. You can even create endless loop music for videos, as well as fade-ins for the ending.
No experience necessary
These editing capabilities can make Adobe's Project Music better than Instrument Playground. Google engine has its own editing tools, although they are difficult to use. It sounds like you need some production experience to get the most out of Instrument Playground. Project Music, on the other hand, aims to be more intuitive.
And if you're curious, Meta's MusicGen doesn't have any editing tools. To make changes, you must redo the song from scratch.
In a report by TheVerge, Adobe states that the current demo uses “public domain content” for content generation. It's not entirely clear if people will be able to upload their own files in the final version. Speaking of which, the release date for Project Music has yet to be revealed, although Adobe will be holding its Summit event in Las Vegas starting on March 26. Still, we contacted the company to request information. This story will be updated later.
In the meantime, check out TechRadar's list of the best audio editors for 2024.
