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    HEY WAT,M

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    10 hours ago, essines said:

    ESSINES CAME BACK

    WHAT'D I MISS

    You missed us! And we missed you! 

    What are you up to nowadays? Still doing beardy stuff?

    Skee Mask / SCNTST - C (January 4, 2024)

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    Picked up two tracks, but not the entire album. (Don’t care about the money. It’s the space on my harddrive and the size of my library I’m careful about)

    I’m just not into his more ambient side. When he moves into that direction I feel his music becomes bland and generic. To my ears at least. I like the juxtaposition between the rougher more rhythmic stuff and the ambiance. If that falls away, it looses personality. It becomes like what’s already out there. 

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    Any tips for making music with a full time job?

    in EKT General Discussion

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    On 2/17/2022 at 11:40 AM, chim said:

    creative work benefits from that, not because you're producing goods under expectations, but because it's meaningful to experience a sense of direction and continually grow with your output and its challenges.

    Well put! 


    Reminds me of what is said about “flow” in psychology. Which is an interesting subject in and of itself and quite appropriate for this thread.

    From the way you describe how you work, I get the impression you’re already well aware. But to the people who aren’t, just start with the wiki on “flow (psychology)”. There’s a bunch of research about how people can get into the flow. And what the requirements are to get there. Or more on topic perhaps, in order to make music you need to be able to get in a flow state, to a certain degree. And if you struggle with that, the research on this subject might give you some helpful tips. 

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    AI - The artificial intelligence thread

    in General Banter

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    7 hours ago, Milwaukeeeee said:

    https://www.bernardokastrup.com/2023/01/ai-wont-be-conscious-and-here-is-why.html

    And? What do you think of his argument? 

    Reading his rant I wonder why he gets invited to debates in the first place. He seems stuck in his box of logic. It’s a hard read. His reasoning is so twisted and artificial. You know the feeling where you aren’t convinced by someone’s argument, but aren’t arsed to debate it because you feel you have to jump into the mess of that argument to do so? It’s a pass for me. 
     

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    The key problem for those who believe in conscious AI is how and why this transition from unconsciousness to consciousness should ever take place.

    I wonder where he draws the transition from unconsciousness to consciousness himself, while looking at the tree of evolution here on earth. Are plants conscious? Bacteria? Would he pinpoint a transition somewhere? (Arbitrary…) Or would he move the goalposts in such way that his logic holds? There hasn’t been a transition from unconsciousness to consciousness in the evolution of life here on earth? I think it’s a silly argument. But it’s his logic. 
     

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    2020 US Election

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    5 hours ago, Satans Little Helper said:

    It is a constitutional thing. Would be surprised if it isn’t. 
    But I think I can trust Ty Cobbs on this one. Although his prediction on the SC decision is not one I would have hoped for

     

    If you want to get your hopes up SC will decide in favor of Colorado, then listen to Luttig. He says it will stand in SC. If he's right, a lot of people will not be going to like this outcome. Election 2024 will be a guaranteed shit show. 😞

     

    AI - The artificial intelligence thread

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    edit: to me the discussion on creativity and human intelligence is a bit of a red herring. It’s like philosophizing about what fire is without understanding the physics/chemistry behind it. It only underscores we don’t really know where we’re going with this technology 

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    AI - The artificial intelligence thread

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    1 hour ago, decibal cooper said:

    I am very uninformed about this topic, but I hear often how AI is going to be the death of humanity and how dangerous it is. Seems like it is just chat bots and image generators so far, though. Also is not the issue of human intelligence itself, how to define it, and how to understand it at a fundamental level (physiologically, psychologically, spiritually etc.) still intensely debated among scientists, philosophers, artists and the like? How will there be an artificial version of something that humans do not really understand all that well? Is there any recommended reading or videos that explain what, if any, the real threat of artificial intelligence is or will be?


    The short answer: we do not know. We ‘re finding out what these new technologies are able to do as we go. It’s like Alice in Wonderland. The technologies do stuff we didn’t expect. So it’s kinda like inventing how to make fire, without actually knowing what fire is. Or how to use it.

    As a small example, the next video is on the impact of chatgpt on kids in the schoolsystem. We’re finding out as we go. And from the looks of it, this technology might make us dumber. Or worse, dependent on it. As in, we can’t function without. And again, we don’t really understand where we’re going…
     

     

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    Post your favourite 303 lines

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    here’s one you probably don’t know already

     

    According to chatGPT.
    While generating the answer the funniest thing happened. It sort of crashed and started over again. Interestingly, the point it crashed, it tried to write fsol papua new ginnea into the list. I guess chatGPT was reading my facial expression. Because I was like “WTF/LOL”. Which is code for “ I’m an IDM geek and I know what I’m talking about “ . 

     

    The Roland TB-303 is a legendary analog bass synthesizer that gained fame in the late 1980s for its role in the creation of acid house music. Here are some iconic tracks that showcase the best use of the Roland TB-303:

    1. **Phuture - "Acid Tracks" (1987):** Often considered the track that kickstarted the acid house genre, "Acid Tracks" by Phuture heavily features the TB-303's squelchy and resonant basslines.

    2. **808 State - "Flow Coma" (1987):** This track by 808 State incorporates the TB-303 in a way that showcases its versatility, combining it with other electronic elements to create a unique sound.

    3. **Hardfloor - "Acperience 1" (1992):** Hardfloor is known for their skillful use of the TB-303, and "Acperience 1" is a classic example of their acid techno style.

    4. **Josh Wink - "Higher State of Consciousness" (1995):** While not a traditional acid house track, Josh Wink's "Higher State of Consciousness" features a prominent and distorted TB-303 line that became instantly recognizable.

    5. **A Guy Called Gerald - "Voodoo Ray" (1988):** This classic acid house track by A Guy Called Gerald features a hypnotic TB-303 line that has become synonymous with the genre.

    6. **AFX - "Windowlicker" (1999):** Aphex Twin (AFX) is known for his experimental approach to electronic music, and "Windowlicker" features the TB-303 in a more intricate and complex manner.

    7. **Orbital - "Chime" (1989):** Orbital's "Chime" incorporates the TB-303 alongside other synthesizers, creating a melodic and atmospheric track that showcases the 303's range.

    8. **Luke Vibert - "I Love Acid" (2003):** Luke Vibert, under the alias Wagon Christ, released "I Love Acid," a track that pays homage to the 303's distinctive sound.

    These tracks represent just a small sample of the incredible music produced with the Roland TB-303. The synth's unique and squelchy sound has left an indelible mark on electronic music, especially in the realms of acid house and techno.

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    Israeli-Palestinian conflict

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    2 hours ago, usagi said:

    [not personally directed]

    what you're describing is a part of the prevailing and growing tendency amongst people to dissociate from any complex issues that are perceived to be outside their zone of interest. insularity, in a word. that is what creates that 'wrong' feeling when you step outside of your bubble to think/speak about something that isn't normally in your social or cultural wheelhouse. it's not because there's something inherently wrong with doing so. obviously, there is always a need to use good judgement about when & how to speak, not just because you like the sound of your own voice, and you should spend the time to understand the issue beforehand. but all of those things being equal, it's the low road to say/do nothing, not the high one.

    the apathetic/ironic/anti-moralist responses are all one big mental defense mechanism to spare people the shame of ignoring festering problems that affect us all (and this conflict does affect us all, it has directly caused/shaped the post-9/11 world we live in). it's understandable sometimes, I mean it's very easy to succumb to helplessness or look away for the sake of preserving a shred of sanity. but we're not excused. I think it's telling that the young are more willing to speak up on this and many other issues like climate, ecocide, inequality, etc. they haven't been completely poisoned by irony yet and they will bear the brunt of our failures in the decades to come.

    Even if you say it's not personally directed, I feel like you're boxing me in as an example. ("part of the prevailing ....") So I feel I need to defend myself anyway. To me, it looks like you're simply putting words/thoughts behind my argument that aren't there.

    Case in point: I made one word bold. Because IMO that's the core of your argument where you're going off-road. It's outside my zone of expertise. Not outside my zone of interest. I'm simply no expert. If you think I'm not interested, or you think that about people in general who make similar arguments, you're simply projecting, imo. Sorry to be frank and all that. But you're boxing me ("those people") in a way that I feel is unjustified. Not cool. Completely unnecessary. And unhelpful. 

    I'm not against people "speaking up". But I guess we have different ideas on what is effective when speaking up when it comes to issues such as these.

    Please note that I have no issues with people protesting and making themselves heard on the streets. Showing their (op)position on some issues. May as well be climate. Protests are part of a healthy democracy. What I keep myself from doing is taking part in a discussion in which I know I don't have the expertise. These are not two sides of the same coin, imo. And shouldn't be put in the same box.

    Israeli-Palestinian conflict

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    On 12/8/2023 at 11:56 PM, decibal cooper said:

    https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/un-vote-delayed-demand-gaza-humanitarian-ceasefire-2023-12-08/

     

     

    At first it seems obvious to condemn US(UK) for allowing the current situation to continue. Too obvious even. So in my poor-mans attempt to try to understand why the US voted against, I read the reuters article. yeah, I kid you not. and this is what my open and naive worldview took away from this little mental exercise :

    first the obvious: US voted against because Israel opposes. Duh. Then the somewhat less obvious question: why is israel against? Reading reuters: because Hamas isn’t addressed properly.
    Obviously, without any detailed knowledge I can’t make any meaningful judgement about such a claim. But, if I take it at face value - meaning Israel is completely upfront and open - I could understand that Israel would consider Hamas a key point that needs to be addressed. From their perspective. ( yeah mental exercise) Because without, there wouldn’t be a meaningful ceasefire. Or so they would argue, i would assume.  

    And the US? Well, I guess their opposition could mean there is some validity to Israels objections. Or they think so. 
    Does it matter that most other nations did support it? Yes and no. Why no? Because it would have been obvious US would veto, I assume. So at that point the vote had become political symbolism. Meaning: a vote to show broad support for a ceasefire. Any ceasefire. Regardless of the conditions. Even if those conditions weren’t good. 

    My conclusion: there’s a good reason I try to keep myself from taking part in discussions such as these. It makes me feel and look stupid. But more importantly, to me looks like a giant “moral outrage” porn gangbang. And I feel dirty and dumb by posting this. 

    It’s an important issue. I hope it gets resolved soon. Hopefully others have more interesting things to say. Ill gladly take the hit if it is at my expense 

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