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World AI Music Festival in Cannes Best AI Jazz and Blues Nominee

Nominee update · October 25, 2026

Richard Blanco’s jazz interpretation is nominated for Best AI Jazz & Blues.

“Nothing Here I Don’t Remember (Jazz Version)” has advanced to Nominee status at the World AI Music Festival in Cannes. It is now one step away from winning its category.

Nominee · Best AI Jazz & BluesRichard Blanco — “Nothing Here I Don’t Remember (Jazz Version)”

Semi-Finalist · SpiritualDust & Clay — “Driver of the Light (Reggaeton Redux)”

“Driver of the Light (Reggaeton Redux)” remains recognized as a Semi-Finalist in the Spiritual category.

On October 29, the festival will announce whether Richard’s track wins Best AI Jazz & Blues.

Together, the two recognized releases represent different expressions of Poetronica: reimagining poetry through music and using AI as a creative instrument under human direction.

We’re proud to see our work recognized by an international festival dedicated to the emerging intersection of AI, music, and creativity.

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