“Elvis Presley Hologram to be Created for Spectacular Live Performances”
“Elvis Presley to be AI-resurrected in holographic form for immersive shows”
“The King of Rock and Roll is set to return – in holographic form. A project is underway to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to resurrect the legendary Elvis Presley for an immersive experience unlike any other. It’s all part of an ongoing effort to push the boundaries of entertainment, exploring what’s possible when cutting-edge technology meets timeless talent.”
All right, folks. Grip the armrests of your recliners because we’re about to go through the uncanny valley at bullet train speed. The future is here and it’s decided to channel its inner Elvis. Showbiz, in its constant quest to redefine the word ‘innovative’, is tinkering around with AI and holographic tech to bring none other than the King of Rock and Roll himself back from the dead.
Not to be confused with Elvis impersonators, these digital doppelgängers promise an immersive show that is being touted as ‘unlike any other’. It’s essentially the new-age séance really, but instead of a medium channelling spirits, we have cutting-edge tech doing the honours.
So, how down are audiences to pay to watch what is essentially a sophisticated screensaver perform on stage? That’s the million-dollar question that remains to be answered. The resurrection of celebrities in this form is fast becoming a trend. This might soon transform into a norm, driving folks towards the era of digital resurrection and bringing back the past using high-end technology.
The implications of this tech may seem benign right now — ”Oh look, Elvis is back!” — but give this a thought: how ethical is it? Above all, how fair is it to the legacies of celebrities this technology is being used to resurrect? The tech world is so engrossed in whether we could, that often we forget to ponder, should we?
Whether you’re a diehard Elvis fan missing the King’s electrifying stage presence or a technophile curious about this unprecedented marriage of AI and entertainment, keep your eyes peeled. For better or worse, we’re witnessing uncharted frontiers of technology and entertainment. Buckle up, because this ride promises to be truly surreal, blurring the lines between reality and pixels more than ever before.