Some of us were fortunate enough to experience this feeling, but maybe this is not the case for all of us. Perhaps it could be an acclaimed band who left the industry. Or perhaps, we weren’t born yet when a legendary musician passed away. Let’s face it – there’s a whole new generation of teenagers who would love to see Freddie Mercury or Michael Jackson in their element. Or maybe the artist we admire simply hasn’t come to the country or state that we live in.
But now, there’s a solution to this – hologram technology, exactly!
Wouldn’t it be amazing if a hologram concert could be available to anyone? Well, the introduction of holographic technology in the entertainment industry has already opened new doors for fans to see performing live our favorite artists, regardless of the situation. With holograph technology the possibility of enabling the projection of a three-dimensional image of an artist, creates the impression that they are right in front of us, providing us with an incredibly realistic experience.
It may come as a surprise to some that holograms are not a recent development. In fact, the technology of holography was first invented by Dennis Gabor back in 1947. Although the initial holograms were quite different from what we have today, they were still based on the wave nature of light. A few years later, the first 3D hologram emerged, marking a significant advancement in the field.
But remember! This is not the same as virtual concerts!
Instead, holograms are capable of portraying the idea that an artist is performing live on a stage rather than simply seeing the image of an artist on a flat screen. It’s about being immersed in a situation that closely resembles a live performance. It’s like they are performing in person, but not really. Think about it – if we’re far away from the arena, we might not even notice that it’s a hologram.
Michael Jackson, Tupac, and Whitney Houston have been among those who have been brought to life through the marvels of holograms. However, the technology used isn’t precisely what we typically associate with holograms.
Rather, these are just iterations of Pepper’s Ghost.
And, believe it or not, this concept has been introduced and popularized in concerts since the middle of the 1800s. In fact, Pepper’s Ghost represents an optical illusion that involves reflecting a 2D projection of an image onto a transparent surface. This way, it creates a ghost-like display that appears to simply be floating in the air, creating the image of a 3D hologram.
Let’s take a look at the holographic show of Maria Callas!
In 2019, it was illustrated one of the most remarkable examples of hologram technology capabilities by using the famous opera singer’s old recordings. Throughout the performance, the hologram of Maria Callas interacted with and was accompanied by the Vancouver live orchestra, responding to their cues and movements.
This show was amazing, but holograms can even go beyond this!
While Maria Callas and Elvis Presley’s projections already represent a testament to the power of three-dimensional technology, the possibilities for what real holograms can do are infinite. In fact, what differentiates actual holograms from simple projections is that we can easily see the artists without the assistance of any special screens, lenses, or even other tools.
How, you may wonder? The reason lies in their creation process, which involves lasers recording the interference patterns of light waves and projecting them onto a holographic film. For this reason, we will be able to see the artist as if it was actually physically present from all angles!
If you are from Generation Z or a millennial, it’s nearly impossible not to have heard of BTS or Coldplay! But what you might not be aware of is that these two musical powerhouses have joined forces to create a spectacular live performance – as holograms! By recording the movements of all members, they brought into the real world a holographic capture using a volumetric rig. And the best part? While the recordings of the members of BTS were shot in South Korea, Coldplay were in Spain.
But will this replace the feeling of live performances?
Sure, these holographic projections have the potential to revolutionize the entertainment industry – we’ve been aware of this for a while. But realistically speaking, it is unlikely to completely replace actual live performances with hologram concerts since it cannot replicate the unique and irreplaceable sensation of seeing our favorite artists live in concert and maybe even interacting with them. After all, rarely would anyone actually spend their money on a holographic performance.
Instead, holographic technology may be better suited for iconic stars who are unable to perform anymore, whether they have passed away or retired. This offers fans the chance to witness this remarkable experience as a tribute to them.
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