Lost Waves Wiki:Checklist

Checklist for Identifying Lost Waves

Initial Analysis

• What are the lyrics or spoken words?
• Are there any specific instruments or unique sounds?
• What genre does it belong to? Does it sound professional, homemade, old, or modern?
• Are there noises suggesting a particular setting?

Technical Analysis

• Can you identify tempo, key, or production techniques?
• Are there effects that indicate a specific time period?
• Is it part of a larger piece like a song or soundtrack?

Lyric and Audio Search

• Have lyrics been searched in databases like Google or Genius?
• Can apps like Shazam or SoundHound identify it?
• Has the audio been analyzed for hidden markers?

Community and Social Media Inquiries

• Has it been posted on platforms like Reddit or Discord?
• Are there online communities for its music genre?
• Could a catchy post help it go viral for more recognition?

Historical and Cultural Context

• Could it be from a certain era or cultural movement?
• Do accents or phrases suggest a specific location?
• Could it be linked to a specific event or movie?

Database and Archive Search

• Have you checked specific music archives at libraries or universities?
• Are there databases for unreleased tracks or demos, Discogs for example?
• Could organizations like the BBC or Library of Congress help?

Music Industry Resources

• Can metadata from platforms like Spotify provide clues?
• Have DJs, producers, or industry insiders been contacted?
• Have trade magazines or professional groups been checked?

Advanced Technology Use

• Have machine learning tools analyzed the audio?
• Can software identify associated visual elements?
• Can blockchain and metadata tools trace digital footprints?

Documenting and Sharing Findings

• How are processes and findings recorded?
• Is there a central database for snippets?
• How is progress communicated to followers?

Engaging with Experts

• Have experts in musicology been consulted?
• Could audio experts enhance the quality for better analysis?
• Are there opportunities with academic institutions?

Online Search Techniques

• Have different keyword combinations been tried?
• Is reverse image search applicable for any associated visuals?
• Have specialized search tools been used?

Audio Manipulation

• Have you tried changing the audio's speed or pitch?
• Can isolating vocals or instruments reveal more details?
• Have you attempted to recreate the melody?

Utilizing Metadata

• Has all attached metadata been thoroughly checked?
• What clues do the file's properties provide?
• Have tools been used to recover deleted metadata?

Expanding the Search Network

• Have local and international stations been contacted?
• Can university and community media offer insights?
• Have relevant podcasters been approached?

Leveraging Music Recognition Technology

• Have different technologies been tried under various conditions?
• Can non-commercial AI systems be accessed?

Sector-Specific Forums and Discussions

• Have specific music genre forums been explored?
• Are there groups for particular media formats?
• Have chat groups been engaged?

International and Cultural Exploration

• Has the snippet been shared with diverse audiences?
• Can translation or local insights help?
• Have consultants offered insights based on style or content?

Professional and Academic Engagement

• Have audio engineers or therapists offered insights?
• Can students engage with the snippet in their studies?
• Could these venues provide expert opinions?

Utilizing Public Libraries and Archives

• Have digital collections or loan systems been explored?
• Can rare media sections offer new insights?
• Are there local preservation groups with useful archives?

Creative Public Engagements

• Could hosting an event help identify the snippet?
• Would a challenge or reward motivate identifications?
• Can online events attract a diverse audience?

Long-Term Monitoring

• Are alerts set for relevant topics or keywords?
• Is there a system for revisiting unresolved cases?
• How are useful contacts maintained and managed?