Exploring the Future of Music: Geezer Butler's AI-Assisted Songwriting Journey
Geezer Butler, the renowned bassist, shared his enthusiasm for artificial intelligence, highlighting its role in shaping the songs for his upcoming solo album. During a session at the Steel City Con in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, Butler discussed his current projects post-Black Sabbath's farewell show. He mentioned Tony Iommi's solo album collaboration with a Swedish vocalist and his potential involvement in the project later in the year. Butler also revealed his extensive collection of music written since the '80s, which he has been revisiting and updating. Utilizing AI technology, Butler expressed how it has facilitated his songwriting process by providing a foundation for future collaborations with singers. Emphasizing that AI serves as a tool rather than a replacement for musicians, Butler acknowledged the benefits it has brought to his creative process.