"What do machines sing of?" is a fully automated machine, which endlessly sings number-one ballads from the 1990s. As the computer program performs these emotionally loaded songs, it attempts to apply the appropriate human sentiments. This behavior of the device seems to reflect a desire, on the part of the machine, to become sophisticated enough to have its very own personality. What do machines sing of? (90s Version) 2015 Size: 170 x 55 x 45 cm Material: metal stand, mic stand, mic, cable, 2 screens, computer, custom-made computer program More information: http://www.martinbackes.com/portfolio/what-do-machines-sing-of/
"What do machines sing of?" is a fully automated machine, which endlessly sings number-one ballads from the 1990s. As the computer program performs these emotionally loaded songs, it attempts to apply the appropriate human sentiments. This behavior of the device seems to reflect a desire, on the part of the machine, to become sophisticated enough to have its very own personality. What do machines sing of? (90s Version) 2015 Size: 170 x 55 x 45 cm Material: metal stand, mic stand, mic, cable, 2 screens, computer, custom-made computer program More information: http://www.martinbackes.com/portfolio/what-do-machines-sing-of/