Episode 9: Navigating Ethical Waters in AI-Driven Music
08/20/24 • 16 min
What if AI could compose music just as emotionally compelling as your favorite artist? Join us as we uncover the transformative power of AI in music creation with insights from Emily Jackson of Horus Music. This episode dives into how innovative tools like Suno, Boomi, SoundDraw, and Google's latest advancements are reshaping the music industry. Discover how AI is not only democratizing music production but also expanding the creative horizons for music creators by generating unbiased musical suggestions. We'll discuss the longstanding role of AI in music through MIDI messaging and advanced composition plug-ins, setting the stage for today's revolutionary developments.
But it's not all smooth sailing—there are ethical complexities and intellectual property issues that need to be tackled. Can an algorithm legally mimic the style of a band like Coldplay? What rights do original artists have in this new landscape? We'll explore these pressing questions and the cautious approach of streaming platforms towards AI-generated content. Emily Jackson provides a balanced view, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the table. As we look toward the future, we ponder whether original creators will reclaim their dominion in an AI-influenced world. This episode promises a thought-provoking journey through the evolving landscape of AI in music creation.
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What if AI could compose music just as emotionally compelling as your favorite artist? Join us as we uncover the transformative power of AI in music creation with insights from Emily Jackson of Horus Music. This episode dives into how innovative tools like Suno, Boomi, SoundDraw, and Google's latest advancements are reshaping the music industry. Discover how AI is not only democratizing music production but also expanding the creative horizons for music creators by generating unbiased musical suggestions. We'll discuss the longstanding role of AI in music through MIDI messaging and advanced composition plug-ins, setting the stage for today's revolutionary developments.
But it's not all smooth sailing—there are ethical complexities and intellectual property issues that need to be tackled. Can an algorithm legally mimic the style of a band like Coldplay? What rights do original artists have in this new landscape? We'll explore these pressing questions and the cautious approach of streaming platforms towards AI-generated content. Emily Jackson provides a balanced view, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the table. As we look toward the future, we ponder whether original creators will reclaim their dominion in an AI-influenced world. This episode promises a thought-provoking journey through the evolving landscape of AI in music creation.
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www.jonnyamos.com
https://themusicbusinessbuddy.buzzsprout.com
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The Music Business Buddy - Episode 9: Navigating Ethical Waters in AI-Driven Music
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The Music Business Buddy .
Speaker 1The Music Business Buddy
Speaker 1Hello everybody and a warm welcome to you . You're listening to the Music Business Buddy with me , johnny Amos , podcasting out of Birmingham in England . I'm the author of the book the Music Business for Music Creators , available in hardback
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