Modern AI: How the Future of Music is Being Reshaped!

Hey there! Did you know that Spotify's CEO, Daniel Ek, is pretty excited about the potential of AI-generated music? He thinks it could lead to more tunes and even more revenue for the streaming platform. But, for many artists and music lovers, AI might not be all sunshine and roses.

On the bright side, some super creative musicians like Holly Herndon and YACHT are embracing AI to push their boundaries. YACHT used AI to dive into 14 years of their music and came up with the fantastic album "Chain Tripping." And guess what? Holly Herndon created Holly+, a cool platform that lets you make deepfake music with her voice!

But here's the catch - not every artist knows that AI can model their voices, and that's a big concern. Kevin Erickson, from the Future of Music Coalition, chatted with TechCrunch about how crucial consent is in this brave new world. After all, we can't overlook the ethical and labor issues that come with AI-generated music.

Entertainment lawyer Henderson Cole also weighed in, pointing out that AI-generated tunes could make life even tougher for artists already facing challenges like low streaming payouts and the pandemic's impact on live performances.

As AI-generated music picks up steam, major labels like Universal Music Group (UMG) are making their stance clear: they're not fans. UMG believes they have a responsibility to protect artists' rights and prevent any unauthorized use of their music.

So, where does that leave us? As technology keeps evolving, the music industry has to navigate the thrilling yet challenging world of AI. It's going to be quite a ride, and we can't wait to see which side of history the industry will choose! 🎵🤖