Welcome to a world where music is no longer just made by humans, but by machines too! French music platform Deezer has decided to put an end to the chaos brought by AI-generated music. Yes, you read that right – about 18% of songs uploaded daily on the platform are generated by artificial intelligence, and most of them are used for fraud and illegal copyright revenue. Deezer has finally said “enough” and is introducing clear labels for albums and songs created by AI. But is this the end of fraud or just the start of a new problem?
AI Music: Epidemic or Revolution?
According to Deezer’s data, about 70% of streams on their platform are fake, created to illegally generate revenue. That’s no small number! Although AI songs currently make up only 0.5% of all streams, the trend is exploding and shows no signs of slowing down. Imagine – every fifth new music content on the platform could be the work of a machine, not an artist with soul and emotions.
How Deezer Plans to Fight Back
Deezer is introducing labels that will clearly distinguish AI-generated songs from those made by humans. These songs won’t be included in curated playlists, won’t appear in algorithm-based recommendations, and fake streams won’t count towards royalty payments. CEO Alexis Lanternier emphasizes that transparency is key to building trust in the music industry, especially in an era when copyright laws are not adapted to AI model training.
Is AI Music Really a Problem?
Some say AI music could be an innovation that democratizes music creation, while others warn of the danger of completely destroying creativity and artistic expression. With 18% of new songs on the platform being AI-generated and 70% of streams fake, it’s clear the industry is losing control. Will labels help or will it be just a drop in the ocean of problems?
What Does This Mean for Musicians and Fans?
For artists, it’s a fight for survival and fair compensation. For fans, it’s a chance to know what they’re listening to – human creativity or a cold machine. But will the public really pay attention to these labels? Or will AI music become the new norm, and human art forgotten?
Conclusion: Transparency or New Chaos?
Deezer is the first major player to introduce such labels, but the question is whether other platforms will follow suit. AI music is here to stay, along with the problems it brings. Transparency is a good start, but the real battle is yet to come. Are you ready to listen to music made by a robot? Or do you still prefer the one with soul?
If you’ve already heard AI hits or have an opinion on this madness, drop a comment below – let’s see who’s for and who’s against digital music robots! Maybe you’ll discover the next viral AI hit or save human music from extinction.
Deezer – a French music platform founded in 2007, available in over 180 countries, now on the front lines in the fight against AI fraud in music. Will they succeed? Stay tuned and keep listening!
