AI is already making inroads in the music industry, as highlighted by Randy Travis' release of new music using AI technology, and Sony has issued a warning to hundreds of companies not to use artists signed to their labels in AI applications without their permission. I am warning you.
according to NBC News, Sony Music Group (SMG) has sent formal letters to over 700 generative AI companies and streaming platforms prohibiting them from using SMG content without explicit licensing agreements. SMG is home to Columbia Records, RCA Records, and Epic Records.
Sony said in the letter that it recognizes the “huge potential and advances” in artificial intelligence. “However, the unauthorized use of SMG Content in the training, development, and commercialization of AI systems deprives SMG Companies and SMG Talents of control and appropriate compensation over their use of SMG Content, is inconsistent with the normal use of those works, and prohibits our use of SMG Content. unfairly infringe on our legitimate rights, infringe on our interests, and infringe on our intellectual property and other rights.”
Jon Accarino, founder and AI strategy consultant at Ordo Digital, said: inside radio By being proactive, SMG is not only protecting content, but also setting industry standards for how AI companies should respect intellectual property rights.
“SMG is right to be concerned about AI companies using its music library for training purposes without permission,” he said. “Sony's pre-emptive letter represents a proactive strategy to protect intellectual property and stands in contrast to the reactive measures seen in previous cases.” new york times lawsuit For AI companies like OpenAI. SMG would be wise to get ahead of this issue now and negotiate compensation agreements with AI companies if he wishes, before it's too late…if it's not already too late. ”
Accarino said SMG has “legitimate concerns” about its music content being used to train AI models without permission, but why audio companies might want to consider working with AI companies. There are still many.
That includes assistance with the creative process, from lyrics to brainstorming ideas to creating new types of music. Enhanced music discovery tools make it easier for listeners to discover new music. A better way for AI to research trends and listener preferences, add valuable insights to music libraries, and help music companies make better, more informed decisions about AI capabilities like marketing and production. Data analysis.
SMG's letter asks the companies to confirm that they are not using Sony artists without permission or to provide details on how they may have been used for AI training.
“Advances in technology have frequently changed the direction of creative industries. AI will likely continue that long-standing trend,” the letter states. “However, that innovation must ensure that the rights of songwriters and recording artists, including copyright, are respected.”
