AI artists challenge human musicians in the music industry

The rise of AI-generated artists in the music industry has sparked debate about their potential impact on human musicians. The Velvet Sundown, an AI-generated indie rock band, recently confirmed its AI origins, fueling discussions. Several AI artists are emerging, including TaTa, a pop artist backed by producer Timbaland, raising questions about competition. Experts suggest AI music is currently generic, but the lack of artist identity and copyright issues pose challenges for the industry. While AI artists may not immediately threaten human musicians artistically, concerns exist regarding the lack of labeling on streaming services and copyright infringement. The future may see more autonomous AI artists, requiring new economic systems.