IBM and James Murphy Make Tennis Music from US Open Data
Laura McQuarrie — September 3, 2014 — Lifestyle
References: sessions.usopen.org & engadget
This year if you want to listen to the US Open games rather than watch them, IBM and LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy have teamed up to create an interesting collection of tennis music. The US Open Sessions involve gathering data in real-time from the tennis matches, combining them with algorithms and then crafting them into unique tracks.
As a result, there are over 400 hours worth of music from the matches. Not all of the tracks are fluid enough to read as entire songs, but it's definitely easy to see where the beats pick up on the tennis ball being hit back and forth across the court. Since some of the tracks are a little choppy and glitchy sounding, Murphy will remix 14 tracks once the tennis championship comes to a close.
As a result, there are over 400 hours worth of music from the matches. Not all of the tracks are fluid enough to read as entire songs, but it's definitely easy to see where the beats pick up on the tennis ball being hit back and forth across the court. Since some of the tracks are a little choppy and glitchy sounding, Murphy will remix 14 tracks once the tennis championship comes to a close.
Trend Themes
1. Real-time Data Music - The use of real-time data to create unique tracks opens up opportunities to revolutionize music production and enhance the live music experience.
2. Algorithmic Music Creation - The combination of data and algorithms in music creation can lead to innovative ways of composing and remixing music.
3. Sports Data Integration - Integrating sports data into different industries, such as music, presents opportunities for creative and engaging experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Music Production - The integration of real-time data and algorithms in music production can disrupt traditional methods and lead to the creation of unique and dynamic tracks.
2. Sports Entertainment - Incorporating real-time sports data into entertainment experiences, like music, can enhance the overall engagement and excitement for sports fans.
3. Media and Broadcasting - Utilizing sports data to create innovative content and experiences opens up new opportunities for media and broadcasting companies to attract and engage viewers.
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