Imogen Heap explores the future of music with AI

Imogen Heap, known for her creative innovations in pop music, is embarking on her most ambitious project yet, a digital twin called Mogen. Powered by AI, Mogen is trained on years of Heap’s data, allowing it to mimic her voice, personality, and creative process. Initially designed for fan interactions, the AI now aims to transform how Heap performs and produces music by integrating real-time improvisation and data-driven collaboration during live shows.

Heap sees Mogen as more than a digital assistant. She envisions it as a tool that can help her streamline her workflow and deepen her creative process. In live performances, Mogen could use biometric and atmospheric data to create hyperreal, immersive experiences for the audience. Heap believes this level of interaction between artist, AI, and fan will pave the way for new, ethically sound ways to collaborate with technology.

The project reflects Heap’s ongoing mission to push the boundaries of music and tech, using AI not just for efficiency but for expanding creative possibilities. While she acknowledges potential risks, Heap is confident that AI can revolutionise the music industry, much like her earlier work with vocoders and innovative production techniques.