Riley Walz's Bop Spotter uses surveillance technology to collect the vibrant sounds of San Francisco, flipping the narrative from crime detection to capturing the cultural vibe.
Bop Spotter runs Shazam in real-time to log songs from street music, providing a unique playlist that reflects the local atmosphere rather than monitoring for safety.
The project prompts important discussions about surveillance ethics, emphasizing consent and the broader impact of technology in urban life, asking, 'But it's not about catching criminals; it's about catching vibes.'
With over 1,400 songs logged, Bop Spotter highlights the playful and creative potential of surveillance technology, showing how it can foster cultural engagement instead of just control.
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