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Apple and Spotify are sleepwalking into an AI music crisis – and The Velvet Sundown mess shows they need to act fast
In fact, The Velvet Sundown is one of a number of recent ‘bands’ that have exposed a massive loophole in the big music ...
An indie band is blowing up on Spotify, but people think its AI
Suno was one of two AI companies sued last year by major record labels — including Universal Music Group, Sony Music ...
Deerhoof did not want its music ‘funding AI battle tech’ — so it ditched Spotify
Drummer Greg Saunier explains the moral calculus behind leaving the biggest streaming platform.
How a Canadian's AI hoax duped the media and propelled a 'band' to streaming success
A Canadian who duped journalists in an elaborate hoax involving Spotify, AI and a suspicious rock band says he apologizes to ...
From Sensual Butt Songs to Santa’s Alleged Coke Habit: AI Slop Music Is Getting Harder to Avoid
Even listeners who hate the idea of AI music are getting served tracks like “Taste My Ass” and “I Caught Santa Claus Sniffing ...
The Grammys Chief on How AI Will Change Music
Harvey Mason Jr. looks ahead at a new creative process, the challenge to human artists and powers AI will give to fans.
Acclaimed Indie Rock Band Exits Spotify With Bold Political Statement
Deerhoof made the move following the news that Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has become chairman of an AI battle tech firm.
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Spotify viral band responds to claims they’re entirely AI generated
A band accused of being AI-generated has issued a statement on X, hitting back at the viral claims. In June 2025, Spotify ...