Specialist Topics
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
AI Music
Technology Trends
Innovation
Creativity and technology
Music Performance with a twist
LJ Rich
World-renowned musician and BBC TV broadcaster LJ Rich is a global phenomenon, delighting international audiences with her speeches and performances built around AI music and art. A leading practitioner of Gen AI, LJ delivers an exciting on-stage showcase for the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence, while remaining mindful of the challenges to poses.
LJ presents on the international technology show BBC Click. She’s delivered lines at 75mph from the UK’s tallest thrill ride, performed to a drone in the sea off the Welsh Coast and learned to rap on camera thanks to a mind-reading AI headset. She’s even joined an international ‘virtual band’ in the Metaverse for some low-latency VR music production.
LJ’s many innovative projects coupled with a wide knowledge of tech trends and a background in stand-up comedy bring a unique spark to her live performances and awards hosting.
As a keynote speaker and highly accomplished pianist, she uses music to connect the emotional and rational minds of audiences, unlocking creative thinking and solving real-world problems. She believes AI/Machine Learning can be a companion to creativity, and since 2018 she’s been using it to enhance her original works. She’s considered a thought leader on how music and machine learning are evolving, having entered the AI song contest, appeared on stage at the World AI Cannes Festival and performed at the 2023 United Nations AI for Good Global Summit.
LJ also loves learning languages and making up songs, travelling on trains and planes, riding roller coasters and solving difficult puzzles.
“We have worked with LJ for the last two years on chairing and leading big discussions, interviews and panels at our annual event. It is always brilliant to have LJ there, she brings so much enthusiasm to the proceedings and a superb understanding of the topics and agendas that we are trying to deliver as part of the programme. It is always a joy and a pleasure to work with her and we look forward to more in the future!“
“ITU worked with LJ Rich to MC and moderate the landmark AI for Good Global Summit 2019. She is a true master of the stage and did an excellent job keeping the audience engaged and motivated throughout the 4 day event. She has excellent historical, business and technical knowledge which is crucial when dealing with a mixed audience of politicians, academics and leading minds in AI and technology. She is very professional, constantly tweaking the mood and tone with the changing themes of the sessions. I was also pleasantly surprised to discover that she is an accomplished musician and performer which we put to good use during one of the cultural evenings. I would highly recommend LJ for any event and could not imagine running another Summit without her!”
’LJ was absolutely brilliant at the event. She engaged with attendees throughout the night and brought such great energy. We absolutely loved having her and we hope to work with her again.’
