Who Made the Music? AI, Artists and Royalties

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the music industry, raising questions about creativity, copyright and fair pay. This episode explores how Spotify, the RIAA and other industry players are responding through identification labels, recommendation policies and measures to combat streaming fraud. While artists such as Tyga embrace AI in production, debate continues over transparency and the use of copyrighted training data. From digital watermarks to upload screening, the industry is seeking ways to protect human artistry, safeguard royalties and help listeners understand how the music they hear was made.