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Thievery or Innovation? The Music Industry Grapples With A.I.

Some labels have sued A.I. music generators like Suno. Others have partnered with them. At least one has done both.

Thievery or Innovation? The Music Industry Grapples With A.I.

TL;DR

  • Comedian Bill Stiteler achieved pop music success using AI music generator Suno.
  • His song 'The Puerto Rico Song' garnered nearly 20 million Spotify streams and millions of YouTube views.
  • Stiteler creates lyrics for "pseudomusic," with Suno generating the music.
  • He experiences impostor syndrome regarding his musical achievements.
  • The music industry has mixed reactions to AI music tools, leading to debates and lawsuits over monetization.