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Fake Drake
Apr 28, 2023
Nilay Patel, Editor-in-chief of The Verge, dives into the copyright battle sparked by an AI-generated track featuring the voices of Drake and The Weeknd. He discusses the implications of AI in music, questioning the balance between creativity and technology. Collaborating with Holly Herndon, a Berlin-based artist known for her innovative use of AI in music, they explore how technology empowers non-mainstream musicians and raises ethical questions around artist consent and authenticity in a rapidly changing music landscape.
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- AI's impact on music creation and copyright disputes
- Ethical considerations of AI-generated art in music industry
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AI-Generated Music Virality and Copyright Issues
An AI-generated song featuring an imitation of Drake and The Weeknd went viral, sparking debates on copyright and music creation. The song, 'Heart of My Sleeve,' synthesized Drake's voice but details about AI's role in beat-making and lyrics remained unclear. This incident highlighted the blurred lines between AI-generated music, artist consent, copyrights, and the industry's response to such creations.
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