The Open Letter That Strikes a Chord: Artists Rally Against AI Music
In the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry, a crescendo of concern is building among artists and songwriters. Their latest composition? An open letter, harmonized by a chorus of voices from across the globe, calling for a halt to the unchecked use of artificial intelligence (AI) in music creation.
Signed by over 200 prominent figures in the artist and songwriting communities, including legends like Elvis Costello, Norah Jones, and Bob Marley's estate, the letter is a resounding call to action. It urges AI developers, technology companies, platforms, and digital music services to cease their use of AI in ways that infringe upon and devalue the rights of human artists.
At the heart of the matter lies a concern that AI-driven music generation could lead to a race to the bottom, where the intrinsic value of human creativity is diminished. This isn't merely a battle over royalties; it's a fight to preserve the essence of artistry itself.
The letter highlights the predatory use of AI to mimic and replicate human voices and compositions, raising questions about the ethical implications of such practices. It underscores the importance of fair compensation for artists and the need to protect against the commodification of creativity.
While acknowledging the potential of AI to enhance human creativity when used responsibly, the signatories emphasize the need for safeguards against its misuse. They decry instances where AI is employed to replace human artistry, leading to a dilution of the royalty pools that sustain artists' livelihoods.
One of the key grievances outlined in the letter is the unauthorized use of artists' work to train AI models, effectively exploiting their creations for commercial gain without consent. For artists who rely on royalties to make ends meet, such actions could have catastrophic consequences, jeopardizing their ability to sustain themselves financially.
The letter serves as a rallying cry for solidarity among artists, urging stakeholders in the music industry to pledge their commitment to responsible AI development. It calls for a collective effort to ensure that AI technologies are harnessed in ways that empower artists rather than undermine them.
In the face of mounting concerns, the letter underscores the urgency of addressing the ethical implications of AI in music creation. It's a reminder that while technology can be a powerful tool for innovation, it must never come at the expense of human creativity and expression.
As the chorus of voices grows louder, echoing the sentiments of artists around the world, it's clear that the conversation surrounding AI in music is far from over. Whether this open letter strikes a chord remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the melody of resistance against AI-driven devaluation of human creativity continues on.
Signed by:
Mayra Mel Granda
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Mergui Metro Boomin
Gretchen Peters
Mia Salinas
The +200 artists that signed
Agus Martino Aimee Mann
Elvis Costello
Em Beihold
Canals
Carl?o
Mariana
Marc Cohn
Ali McGuirk
Emiliano Fernández
Marcus King
Carol Biazin
Joaquina John Paul White
Raphael Regis Danese
Reins
Jon Batiste
Alice Randall
Emily Scott Robinson
Marian Hill
Carolina Deslandes
Jon Bon Jovi
Alisa Amador
Marisa Liz
Cedella Marley
Jonas Brothers
Mark Erelli
Cedric Singleton
Jonathan Taplin
Chappell Roan
António Zambujo
Arkells Ashley Shabankareh
Astrid Astronomía Interior Aya Ayra Starr
Banda Carnaval
Banda El Recodo de Don
Cruz Lizárraga
Banda Los Recoditos
BENEE
Engelbert Humperdinck Enkay47 Erin McKeown
Espinoza Paz
Felipe Araújo
Fernando Daniel
FINNEAS FLETCHER
estate of Frank Sinatra
Gavin Gray Gonzy Greta Van Fleet
Mary Gauthier estate of Mary Wilson Matheus Matthew Montfort
Maxx Kreative
Chase & Status Chega mais pra Cristo Chelsea Cutler Chesca Chuck D
Jordan Rakei Juan Marcus & Vinicius Juan Pablo Contreras Juanes
Kart Love
Remi Wolf
Rhett Miller Robert Finkelstein
Robert Smith Rodney Crowell
Sam Smith
R.E.M.
Ron Pope Rosanne Cash
Julia Michaels
Rosi Amador
Kacey Musgraves
Rui Massena
Ciph Boogie
Kaio Viana
Clotilde Rullaud
Ryan Tedder
Coey Redd
Kate Hudson
SER
Colin Linden
Katy Perry
Benny the Butcher
Grupo CA?AVERAL
Michael Penn
Bia Marques
Grupo Recluta
Michelle Branch
Crys Matthews Czarface d4vd
Kevin Aguilar
Sérgio Godinho
Kid Pistola
Kim Petras
Bianca Big Up
Billie Eilish
Hit-Boy
Mikael Eldridge
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Dan Ferrera
Hugo & Vitor
Miko Marks
Dan Knobler
Billy Porter
Black Spygo
HYBE IMAFE Music Imagine Dragons
estate of Bob Marley
Ivan Barias
Miranda Lambert Mumford & Sons
Mumuzinho Nanno
Dan Navarro
Dan Smith
Daniel Martin Moore
Laura Burhenn
Daniel Quién
Laura Veirs
Brandi Waller-Pace
Iván Conejo
Natalie Jean
Daniela Spalla
Lee Lewis
Brian Folkins-Amador
J Balvin
Nesk Only
Danna Paola
Lera Lynn
Brothers Osborne
JGonz
Nick Howard
Darius Rucker
Brunno Ramos
Ja Rule
Nicki Minaj
Lola Indigo
La Arrolladora Banda El Limón de René Camacho
Lasso Lauana Prado
Sherlyn Sánchez Sheryl Crow Sigrid Simone Mendes
Smokey Robinson Stevland Morris agrees on behalf of himself and Stevie Wonder T Bone Burnett
T-Rex Taylor Díaz
Tech N9ne
Dave East
The Last Dinner Party
Bryan Behr
Jacinto
Noah Kahan
David Lowery
Lola Young
Lou Garcia
Bryan Martinez
Jadakiss
Norah Jones
Declan Sheehy-Moss
Tift Merritt
Tina Sinatra
Loudon Wainwright III
Budah
Jamie Cullum
Buddy Miller
CAKE Calema Calibre 50
Jana Herzen Jannek Zechner
Olivia Wald Oney1 Dr. Otis Williams
Jason Isbell
Jason Lindner
Patrick Carney Pearl Jam
Delacey Diana Krall Diogo Pi?arra Doce Encontro
Traci Thomas
Lua Lacruz Luciano Pereyra
Valentina Fernandez
Trucha
Luis Fonsi
Vivir Quintana
Callie Khouri
Javy Hustle
Pedro Abrunhosa
Doechii Don Was
Mac DeMarco
Caloncho
Jean Rohe
Peter Case
Dylan LeBlanc
Calum Scott
Jeremy Zucker
Peter Frampton
East Forest
Luz Casal Lynne Hanson
Maggie Vail Maneva
WD Will Linley Windser
Yard Act
Cami Camila Cabello
Jess Glynne
Jim Jones
Planta Q-Tip
Ela Taubert Eli Soares
Yo Gambii
Manuel Carrasco
Zayn Malik