Saturday, April 18, 2026

MWGIC Episode - 000129: Creating A 70s Music Vibe With AI, and Waaaaay More.

 



In this episode, we dive deep into the world of AI-driven music creation, specifically focusing on how to recreate the iconic "70s vibe." From the warm, analog-style production to the specific instrumental arrangements that defined the decade, we explore how modern AI tools can be harnessed to bridge the gap between vintage soul and future tech. We also go "waaaay more" into the broader creative implications of AI, discussing workflow strategies and the expanding toolkit available for creators today. Whether you're a musician, a tech enthusiast, or a digital creator, this session offers insights into the next frontier of artistic expression. In this video, you will learn: How to prompt AI for specific 1970s musical characteristics. Techniques for achieving vintage "warmth" in digital compositions. Broad strategies for integrating AI into a creative hobby or professional workflow. An exploration of current AI tools beyond just music generation. Topics: * Introduction to the 70s Music Project * Defining the "70s Vibe" in AI Music * Deep Dive into AI Tools and Techniques * Future Outlook: AI and Creative Freedom ----------- This video explores the creative intersection of artificial intelligence and music production, focusing on capturing the distinct sound and atmosphere of 1970s tracks. The content delves into specific techniques for using AI tools to simulate analog warmth, instrumentation, and the songwriting structures characteristic of that era. Beyond the musical focus, the discussion expands into broader applications of AI in creative workflows and the evolving landscape of digital art

New Fresh Logo!

 I've been doing a fair bit of art lately with Google Gemini, and thought I'd see what I could come up with for a show logo - and I absolutely love it. Here it is:


New MWGIC logo 2026

Let me know what you think.

Thanks for reading,

Dan

Sunday, May 4, 2025

MWGIC Episode 000126: The Celestial Ring

Dan tries his hand at making an AI-generated video - on a platform he's never seen until five minutes before making this video. Grand concepts. High hopes...literally high up in the sky hopes. How does it go? What's the grand idea? Will it blow your mind, will it bore your mind, or will it do both in some spasmodic ensemble of limit-defying geek wizardry? The concept is literally out of this world, but will the video actually fly?  

You be the judge. 





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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

MWGIC-EP-00124: Happy New Year 2025! and 2024 Year in Review

 

Thank you for watching!

Dan reminisces about the past year, all the changes that have happened, and tries to peek into a crystal ball a bit to see what 2025 may bring.

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Wednesday, November 27, 2024

MWGIC Episode - 000123 - A Google Survival Guide:

In the face of the US DOJ threatening Google (Alphabet) with selling off Chrome, and possibly even Android, I have some ideas that Google really, really might want to consider. Also - what the DOJ is trying to do is not just going to be tough on Google. It will be tough on certain other browsers, too, and bad for millions of users of Google's services. See if you think what I'm saying makes sense here.



Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ivBvANroYA

Thank you for watching, and happy Thanksgiving!

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Monday, May 27, 2024

MWGIC Episode 122: Flying For Fryday Night Fish At Warp 9



MWGIC Episode 122: Flying For Fryday Night Fish At Warp 9 Covering: * The classic Wisconsin Friday night fish fry - and the classic "Wisconsin" mixed drink * Some hand-written journaling I've been doing * News about warp drives * The Midwestern Geek In Cali Facebook Group * Getting around in Ubuntu Linux if you're transitioning from Windows

Show Links:

*Spell Book* post on Fryday Night Fish: https://grymwyre.blogspot.com/2024/05/flying-for-fish.html



Killarney's Restaurant & Irish Pub - Temecula (Local Fish & Chips source for your Fryday Fish Fry)

Pen Pals On Paper - Cursive writing & journaling



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Sunday, May 26, 2024

MWGIC Episode 121: Weeeeeee're Baaaaaaack! (Happy Memorial Day Weekend)

 This is more of a short test run as I FINALLY got OBS working again on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Linux, and a little tour of my favorite Linux terminal emulator. We also discuss Windows 10 coming up on end-of-life next year.





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MWGIC-EP-000120: AI - Working With Google Bard On Stocks And UFOs - Run Your Own AI

 I have a couple of sessions with Google Bard on investing, UFO's, and prove a few things about Bard. At the end, I find out how to run my own AI on my laptop. (You know I'm gonna try it, but that's another episode)





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