Gene Simmons stands out by fully embracing artificial intelligence, contrary to many musicians feeling threatened by the rise of it in the music industry.
He is prepared to perpetuate his legacy as a holographic presence in the music world.
In a recent interview with TMZ Live, the lead singer of KISS shared exciting details about the band's upcoming digital avatar residency.
He expressed enthusiasm about performing as digital avatars for an extended period, highlighting their determination to stay relevant in the ever-evolving music industry.
KISS and AI
Even though Simmons has decided his band will never perform live as KISS again, he assures fans that this marks the start of their new chapter.
This bold move comes after they sold their complete music collection, brand, and image to Pophouse Entertainment for a hefty $300 million.
In terms of whether KISS fans will welcome holographic renditions of the band performing live instead of the real deal, SIMMONS declares they will be compelled to do so due to the remarkable advancements in technology that will completely revolutionize the entire concert experience.
He even hinted at an extraordinary show that promises to be unlike anything audiences have ever witnessed.
The rock star expressed his excitement after getting a glimpse of the initial segments of the upcoming show. Drawing parallels to the spectacular hologram concerts by ABBA in London, he confidently predicts that KISS' live performances will mesmerize audiences.
The upcoming KISS shows in 2027 are set to be a spectacular and immersive experience, surpassing expectations with their grandeur and innovation
Given the multidimensional and awe-inspiring nature of the performances, the absence of the human element will hardly be noticed, according to the outlet.
In the era of advancing technology, Simmons emphasizes that the future has arrived, and artificial intelligence is a permanent fixture in everybody's lives.
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Gene Simmons AI Concerns
The bassist and vocalist of KISS was also probed about his thoughts on the impact of artificial intelligence in the music industry last year. The question posed was whether he anticipated or concerned about this technological advancement.
In 2023, he said, via Blabbermouth, "The problem with AI is not... AI is here, whether you like it or not. So let's look at it smartly and let's pass legislation."
"AI creates a song using my voice, or what sounds like my voice, with a new song, and it sounds just like me and it definitely sounds like that kind of a thing. So when you buy it, who owns the copyright and the publishing, if AI did that? So, is it me, because it sounds like me? You could swear it was me. So these are uncharted [territories]."
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