Making Music
How I used AI tools to finally bring my music to life after years of struggle and persistence.
My Early Attempts at Music
I’ve always been drawn to the world of music, yet I was painfully aware of my limitations. My singing voice? Let’s just say it’s suitable for a solo performance in the shower—provided I’m the only audience.
In 2005, I took a leap into this domain by learning guitar and creating a band concept called Törn. The idea was: composing music electronically but crafting it for analogue instruments. A few songs were born from this concept, most of which I later regarded with a tinge of embarrassment. Even then, the thrill of creating something original had a hold on me.
Time Turns Technology
Twenty years is a long time, enough for many things to change—including the technology available for creating music. I recently discovered the power of AI used in music tools like Suno, which has been a game changer. This AI assists me where I fall short, taking my compositions to levels I couldn’t reach on my own.
Imagine my old songs from the Törn era, now revitalized. AI bridges the gap between my creative ideas and their practical execution. It enhances the notes, harmonizes my rough edges, and—thankfully—spares everyone from my feeble attempts at singing.
Bringing My Songs to Life
With AI’s assistance, the impossible suddenly seems within reach. My song writing is no longer constrained by my vocal limits or instrumental skills. Now, it feels like a collaboration between human intuition and technological prowess.
My journey serves as a testament to how far we’ve come in marrying creativity with technology. It’s humbling and exhilarating to rediscover an old passion with modern tools. Music is now not just an interest or a struggle against my limited talents but a playground where imagination knows fewer boundaries. I wholeheartedly embrace this new era of possibilities, crafting songs that I’m now truly proud of, at last.
AI Music, Inspiration, and Ethics
Of course, AI-assisted music comes with real ethical questions. These models are trained on vast amounts of existing music, often drawing stylistic patterns from real artists—sometimes without explicit consent. For me, the line is clear: AI should be a creative instrument, not a shortcut to imitation. I’m not trying to sound like someone else or replace human musicians; I’m using AI to unlock ideas, explore arrangements, and overcome technical limitations. The responsibility still sits with the creator to use these tools respectfully, transparently, and creatively—treating AI as a collaborator, not a copier.
Tombaland Studios
Today, I’m gathering all my music experiments, past and present, under one playful umbrella: Tombaland Studios. It’s a home for rediscovered songs, new ideas, and the joy of making music without pretending I’m something I’m not.
If you’re curious, you can follow the journey here:
@groundswell.studio Upcoming release: “Lost” by Törn #newmusic
♬ Lost - Tombaland Studios
