This article explores a nuanced perspective on the nature of rhythms and patterns in African American music. However, I found the exploration of technology’s role in music production particularly thought-provoking. It made me realise that the evolution from early drum machines to sophisticated sampling techniques reflects a fascinating interplay between technological advancement and the desire to capture human-like expressiveness. The use of technology in music can be a tool to sharpen or elevate or even make the process of music composition easier. The examples of artists like Miya Masaoka and Laetitia Sonami, who blur the lines between acoustic and electronic sounds, demonstrate how technology can extend rather than replace human creativity. 

I find that there is an ongoing dialogue between technology and human expression in music – yet it continues to challenge our understanding of creativity, embodiment, whilst also dangerously pushing the boundaries – if those exist. For example, electronic music often plays with the tension between human and machine rhythms, creating a continuum between bodily presence and an electronic rhythm.