![]() ![]() It is not the first time nascent AI technology has been used to clone artists’ music. “These instances demonstrate why platforms have a fundamental legal and ethical responsibility to prevent the use of their services in ways that harm artists.” Universal, which publishes both artists through its Republic Records label, said it had always embraced new technologies.īut it added: “The training of generative AI using our artists’ music (which represents both a breach of our agreements and a violation of copyright law) as well as the availability of infringing content created with generative AI on DSPs, begs the question as to which side of history all stakeholders in the music ecosystem want to be on: the side of artists, fans and human creative expression, or on the side of deep fakes, fraud and denying artists their due compensation. Ghostwriter, who said the song was created by feeding existing songs by the artists into AI software, wrote on YouTube: “This is just the beginning.” The two-minute song, created by an artist known only as “Ghostwriter”, features simulated verses by Drake and The Weeknd which refer to the pop star and actress Selena Gomez. However, versions of it are still available on YouTube and Twitter. Spotify and Apple, alongside TikTok and smaller streaming services Deezer and Tidal, have removed the song from their platforms. It added that streaming platforms had a “legal and ethical responsibility” to ensure the use of generative AI did not harm artists. Universal Music Group, the record label representing both artists, said the song was “both a breach of our agreements and a violation of copyright law”. The track quickly became an online sensation but has sparked a furious response from the music industry. ![]() Heart On My Sleeve, which clones the voices of the two best-selling artists, has racked up more than 20 million streams across Spotify, TikTok and Twitter in recent days. The DJ makes the listening experience more personal, which is appealing.Spotify and Apple have removed a song that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to mimic Drake and The Weeknd from their streaming services after accusations of copyright violations. Spotify’s release of the AI DJ makes the platform the first music streaming platform to use artificial intelligence in this way. Overall, the feature is another example of how AI technology is becoming more present in our lives and can be used to help make simple aspects of our lives more tailored to us as individuals. The DJ explains why it chose to play the specific songs - whether they are meant to be nostalgic, boost your mood or get you to explore something new. The feature starts with the DJ introducing itself and pops in occasionally as you listen to introduce the next set of songs. ![]() The range of songs the DJ chooses to play gives you a taste of your favorite music and throws an occasional recommendation into the mix. The tool is incredibly convenient for studying because it removes the need to constantly search for what song to play next. The technology allows the DJ to play songs until you decide to end your listening session. When you tap the DJ button in the Spotify mobile app, the DJ voice begins a journey of endless listening. The DJ is unique to each listener and creates a listening experience based on old favorites, recent tracks that have been repeated frequently, and recommendations like the “Discover Weekly” feature.Īccording to Spotify, the DJ is so well versed in each listener’s taste that AI technology can update its following tracks based on the user’s feedback - whether you skip a track or not. The AI DJ is arguably the most personalized feature Spotify has created. Haley Alvarez-Lauto| Senior Graphic Artist The “Discover Weekly” playlist was launched in July 2015, which curates listeners’ customized recommendations based on their listening preferences. Back in December 2016, Spotify launched its famous “Spotify Wrapped” campaign to give users a cohesive and personalized overview of their year through the music they listened to. Spotify’s AI DJ feature is their most recent launch to personalize the app for its users. With artificial intelligence technology becoming more popular with the emergence of chatbots like ChatGPT and TikTok filters, it’s no surprise that music streaming services are close behind. ![]()
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