All articles tagged with #ai generated music
Spotify, while popular for its extensive catalog and features, has several uncomfortable truths including the rise of AI-generated music, low artist payouts, repetitive recommendation algorithms, the fact that users only rent rather than own music, and that not all songs are available on the platform, which may influence user experience and perceptions.
An AI-generated gospel singer named Solomon Ray has topped Christian music charts, sparking debates about authenticity, race, and the future of music, with critics raising concerns about cultural appropriation and the role of AI in creative arts.
An AI-created country song, 'Walk my Walk' by Breaking Rust, has topped Billboard's Country Digital Song Sales chart with over 3 million streams, sparking debate about AI's role in music and industry implications.
The top country song in the US this week, 'Walk My Walk' by Breaking Rust, is AI-generated, highlighting the growing influence of artificial intelligence in music production. Despite mixed opinions from experts, the song has gained significant popularity, raising questions about the future of human versus machine-created music and emphasizing the importance of human originality in art.
The band 65daysofstatic has released a new album, Journeys, re-scoring the game No Man's Sky to emphasize human artistry over AI-generated content, transforming abstract soundscapes into a deliberate, handcrafted soundtrack amidst concerns over AI's impact on art and music.
Deezer reports that nearly 28% of daily uploaded tracks are fully AI-generated, with over 30,000 such tracks received daily, though they constitute only 0.5% of streams. The platform is actively filtering out AI content from recommendations and playlists to minimize its impact, amid concerns about fraudulent activity and copyright issues. Deezer's efforts include AI detection tools and transparent tagging, as the industry grapples with the rise of generative AI in music.
A fake album titled 'Crazy Sheep' attributed to Anthrax has appeared on Spotify, created by AI and uploaded by an unknown creator, highlighting issues with AI-generated content on streaming platforms and the need for stricter regulation to protect artists and artistic integrity.
Deezer is now flagging albums with AI-generated songs to combat streaming fraud, as the platform sees a rapid increase in AI-created music used to fraudulently earn royalties, with about 18% of daily uploads being fully AI-generated, raising concerns about industry-wide impacts and the need for transparency.
Universal Music Group is pulling its music from TikTok due to a contract dispute, accusing the platform of being a "bully" and not willing to pay a fair rate for music use. TikTok responded, accusing Universal of prioritizing greed over artists' interests. The dispute revolves around compensation for artists and songwriters, the impact of artificial intelligence, and online safety. Universal's decision will affect popular artists like Taylor Swift, Drake, and Adele, and raises concerns about AI-generated music and online content moderation on the platform.
Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced that it will stop licensing its music to TikTok, accusing the social media platform of bullying and intimidation during contract negotiations. UMG cited issues including fair compensation for artists and songwriters, protection from AI-generated music, and online safety. TikTok responded, accusing UMG of prioritizing greed over the interests of its artists and songwriters. The dispute highlights the challenges the music industry faces with the rise of AI-generated music and the negotiation of fair compensation in the digital era.
An AI-generated version of the song 'Ram Aayenge' in Lata Mangeshkar's voice has gone viral on social media, impressing internet users and evoking emotional responses. The AI tribute, created by a YouTuber using AI tools, has garnered widespread praise for its beautiful use of the iconic singer's voice. The historic Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ayodhya temple, attended by representatives of major spiritual and religious sects, has also been celebrated across the country, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the distinguished gathering.
At CES 2024, a Japanese startup called One By One Music is promoting AI-generated downtempo music as a solution to help dogs de-stress when left alone at home. The company claims that their music reduces a dog's stress by 84 percent and offers a subscription service for ¥980 (around $6.70) per month. While the music's quality is yet to be fully assessed, the startup aims to address the loneliness and stress experienced by dogs as their owners return to work and daily routines post-pandemic.
An AI-generated song featuring facsimiles of Drake and The Weeknd's voices, titled "Heart on My Sleeve," has been submitted for Grammy consideration by Ghostwriter, the creator of the viral AI-generated track. While the song was written by a human, neither Drake nor The Weeknd were involved. However, the track's eligibility is in question due to copyright issues and the requirement for broad distribution. The Recording Academy clarified that AI-generated works are not eligible for awards, but if a human writes the track and AI is used for voice modeling, the writing would be eligible. The commercial viability of "Heart on My Sleeve" remains uncertain.
Google is in talks with Universal Music and Warner Music to license artists' melodies and voices for songs generated by artificial intelligence (AI). The music industry is grappling with the rise of "deepfake" songs that convincingly mimic established artists' voices, often without their consent. The goal is to develop a tool for fans to create these tracks legitimately and pay the copyright owners. Some artists have expressed concern about their work being diluted by fake versions, while others have embraced the technology. Creating a music product could help Google compete with rivals like Microsoft, which has invested in AI company OpenAI.
The Recording Academy will consider music with limited AI-generated voices or instrumentation for award recognition, but only honor songs written and performed "mostly by a human." The CEO acknowledged that AI would upend the music industry and discussed how the Recording Academy can play a role in the future of AI in music. The decision means that AI-generated songs like the fake Drake/The Weeknd song "Heart on My Sleeve" or fake Frank Ocean tracks wouldn't be eligible for a Grammy.