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Wilder Blue Rides AI Wave to New Heights
6 Sep
Summary
- Luke Combs collaboration boosted the band's recognition.
- New album 'Cinco' features A-list Texas musicians and Tracy Byrd.
- The band utilized AI during the demo phase for song exploration.
The Wilder Blue's profile has risen significantly following their 2023 collaboration with Luke Combs on "Seven Bridges Road" and their subsequent opening slots on his 2024 stadium tour. Frontman Zane Williams notes this boost has allowed the independent band to tour more reliably and invest in new music.
Their latest album, 'Cinco,' released last month, features the band's signature five-part harmony enhanced by contributions from various A-list Texas musicians and a guest appearance by Nineties country artist Tracy Byrd. The 10-track record, produced by drummer Lyndon Hughes, was recorded at Sonic Ranch studio in Tornillo, Texas.
Interestingly, the band utilized AI music platform Suno during the demo phase of 'Cinco.' While acknowledging the ongoing lawsuits against Suno, Williams found value in the tool for quickly rendering song demos in multiple styles, aiding in song direction before studio recording.
The Wilder Blue aims to achieve a level of national draw where they can comfortably make a living, with their current tour scheduled through the Midwest, Southwest, and California in September, October, and early November. They recently received feedback from a soldier who found their music comforting while stationed overseas.
