A Broadway play titled 'Stereophonic', inspired by Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumours', dramatizes a 1970s band recording an album, highlighting themes of power struggles, addiction, and personal conflicts.

Over time, the concept of bands has shifted from purely musical groups to personas and dynamics, a trend that has been ongoing since the disco era.

Meanwhile, AI bands like Spotify's The Velvet Sundown mimic classic rock without human musicians, raising questions about authenticity and the future of musical creativity.

The article explores the enduring fascination with rock bands, emphasizing how their mythos persists even amidst the rise of AI-generated music.

Historical examples like The Monkees, Gorillaz, and others demonstrate that fabricated or virtual bands have long captivated audiences, illustrating the mythos' staying power.

This play, which has garnered accolades at the 2024 Tony Awards and is now performed in London, underscores the cultural significance of band stories rooted in real-life turbulence.

Despite technological advances, the public remains captivated by the drama within musical groups, indicating that the cultural allure of bands continues to thrive.