Humanoid robots are stepping into the spotlight, performing live with human musicians, in an interesting study done by researchers. The robotic band, which included Oscar, a Robotis-OP3 who played the ...

When it comes to robot musicians, talent runs the gamut about as much as it does for humans. From the bizarre double-armed machine that made a guest appearance in Sweden last fall when it played cello ...

How much: $25/general admission; included for Ideas passholders Tickets: Wheeler Opera House box office; http://www.aspenshowtix.com Shimon plays a mean marimba. This ...

Researchers from the University of Oslo have developed a new robot that can create new rhythms and play drums faster than a human. Called the ZRob, the new robot could open doors for new musical ...

During a Chinese music festival, a humanoid robot named “Adam” graced the stage in what was half performance art and half marketing stunt — and did so while semi-disguised in a loose-fitting hoodie ...

At Georgia Tech, one student’s pioneering research in robotic musicianship breathes new life into the rich traditions of Carnatic music. Catherine Barzler, Senior Research Writer/Editor ...

WILD RIDE Kris Bowers’ experiences as a husband and father informed The Wild Robot’s score. “Thinking about my wife and the sacrifices she’s made — it’s like Credit: Gilbert Flores/Penske Media via ...

A heap of new music videos represent for science fiction. But the stand-out video this time around is Common’s “Universal Mind Control” video, featuring Pharrell as a robot. Not only is the track a ...