AI Ghost Bands & Dorm Sleep-Maxxing: Vertical Cinema Hits [Buzz]
Today on Buzz, we explore the eerie rise of AI-generated 'ghost' musicians, where creators use generative tools to build entire discographies and fabricated 'vintage' lore for artists that never existed. This phenomenon is blurring the lines between reality and algorithm-bait on streaming platforms. We also break down the 'sleep-maxxing' trend sweeping college campuses, where students are turning their dorm rooms into high-tech bio-hacking labs equipped with sensory deprivation pods and smart-lighting to achieve the perfect circadian rhythm. Finally, we discuss the major pivot in the film industry as vertical-video cinema gains prestige with its own category at top-tier film festivals. Hosted by Lila Grant and Jonah Klein, this episode dissects how digital subcultures are forcing institutional shifts in music, lifestyle, and professional cinematography in 2026.
Today on Buzz, Lila Grant and Jonah Klein break down the surreal trend of AI-generated 'ghost' musicians—fictional artists with deep, manufactured lore that are tricking music fans and algorithms. We then look at the high-tech shift in student living as 'sleep-maxxing' dorms become the latest status symbol, featuring sensory deprivation pods and circadian lighting. Finally, the duo discusses the legitimization of vertical video as major film festivals launch 9:16 categories, forever changing the landscape of professional cinematography. From digital deception to bio-hacking students, we analyze how these trends are reshaping our physical and digital realities in 2026.
Topics Covered
- 👻 AI Ghost Musicians: How creators are using AI to build fake vintage music careers and deep lore.
- 😴 Dorm Sleep-Maxxing: The high-tech, bio-hacking craze turning college rooms into recovery labs.
- 📱 Vertical Cinema: Why the 9:16 aspect ratio is finally getting respect in the film industry.
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