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business17 hours ago•16 min saved

AI Labels to Flag AI-Generated vs AI-Assisted Music

A coalition of major music-industry and artists’ groups (including the RIAA, IFPI, The Grammys, SAG-AFTRA and the Human Artistry Campaign) unveiled voluntary labels to indicate when a sound recording uses generative AI, distinguishing AI-generated tracks from AI-assisted ones with simple icons. The labeling, designed for adoption by streaming services and distributors, is currently voluntary and does not yet cover AI use in lyrics, videos, or other aspects. Citing Deezer’s finding that AI-generated tracks comprised a large share of new music and Apple Music’s data, the groups say the labeling provides fans with transparency as AI use in music evolves.

via Deadline|

#ai #business #labeling

entertainment4 days ago•20 min saved

Judge Tosses Poetry-Copy Claim Against Taylor Swift

A Florida federal judge, Judge Aileen Cannon, dismissed with prejudice poet Kimberly Marasco’s lawsuit accusing Taylor Swift and associates of copying lines from her poetry into Swift’s songs, ruling that the poems express ideas and metaphors rather than protectable expression and that the complaint failed to plausibly plead copying; the amended filing was also described as a shotgun pleading, effectively ending the case against Swift, Aaron Dessner, Republic Records and Universal Music Group.

via Variety|

#copyright-law #entertainment #lawsuit

entertainment11 days ago•0 min saved

Music World Bids Farewell to Clive Davis at NYC Funeral

Friends and peers in music, film, and politics gathered in New York to mourn Clive Davis at his funeral, paying tribute to the 94-year-old record executive with attendees including Bruce Springsteen, Barry Manilow, Hoda Kotb, Gayle King, Ja Rule, Nancy Pelosi, Adrien Brody, Jennifer Hudson and Kenny G.

via Page Six|

#celebrities #clivedavis #entertainment

entertainment12 days ago•3 min saved

Lizzo shifts focus from numbers to artistry after soft album debut

Lizzo reacts to the weak first-week sales and lack of Billboard 200 placement for her June 5 album 'Bitch,' saying she won’t measure her worth by numbers and that she’s proud of the music. The album sold about 2,649 copies in its first week and didn’t chart, a sharp contrast to her 2022 breakthrough 'Special.' In a 'Swiftologist' interview, she discussed reframing her relationship with success, reclaiming her identity, and continuing her career amid ongoing legal challenges from ex-dancers.

via USA Today|

#album-sales #bitch #entertainment

entertainment12 days ago•15 min saved

Madonna Decries AI as Anti-Art, Champions Human Creativity

Madonna criticized artificial intelligence in a Vogue Italia interview, calling reliance on AI the opposite of making art and saying the music industry now hinges on follower counts and algorithms. She emphasizes human collaboration, stillness, and unplugging from technology to spark inspiration, noting she sometimes steps away from tech and social media to fuel creativity.

via Variety|

#ai #art #entertainment

music-industry16 days ago•17 min saved

Rob Thomas credits Clive Davis with cross-generational magic behind Santana’s Smooth

Rob Thomas salutes Clive Davis as a rare tastemaker who trusted his gut over industry trends, recounting how Davis paired an older guitarist with younger generations to create cross-generational hits—most notably Santana’s Smooth and the Supernatural era—while weighing a Tina Turner collaboration before deciding otherwise, a testament to Davis’s instinctual approach that Thomas says is increasingly rare in today’s label world.

via MusicRadar|

#clive-davis #music-industry #rob-thomas

obituaries17 days ago•20 min saved

Music-industry titan Clive Davis dies at 94

Clive Davis, the influential recording executive who led Columbia Records and Arista and helped shape the careers of countless artists, died at 94.

via The Washington Post|

#arista-records #clive-davis #columbia-records

entertainment17 days ago•14 min saved

Clive Davis, Architect of Modern Pop, Dies at 94

Clive Davis, the influential music executive who helped launch stars from Janis Joplin to Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston, died at 94. Beginning his career at Columbia Records at 28 and later leading CBS Records from 1966, Davis shaped the modern music landscape through bold signings and strategic leadership that fostered artists across genres; tributes from Springsteen and others underscored his respect, kindness and lasting impact. The piece also functions as a broader obituary roundup of notable musicians who passed away in 2025–2026.

via Ultimate Classic Rock|

#bruce-springsteen #cbs-records #clive-davis

music18 days ago•20 min saved

Tributes Pour In for Clive Davis, the Visionary Who Shaped Generations of Music

Legendary music executive Clive Davis, who helped launch or guide artists from Whitney Houston to Bruce Springsteen, died at 94. In tributes, names like Springsteen, Keys, Carlos Santana, Billy Joel and more praised his visionary leadership and his gift for turning artists’ dreams into reality across decades at Columbia and Arista Records.

via Variety|

#alicia-keys #bruce-springsteen #clive-davis

music22 days ago•25 min saved

Sky-High Risk or Routine Reality? Musicians and Private Flight Under Scrutiny

Billboard examines whether it’s safe for musicians to fly private, noting that artists often choose private jets or helicopters for speed and scheduling but that small aircraft carry higher crash risks and require strict vetting of aircraft, pilots, and safety records. The discussion, prompted by Oliver Tree’s fatal helicopter crash and influenced by Kobe Bryant’s 2020 accident, emphasizes that pilots have final say on flight conditions, maintenance standards matter, and costs can be exorbitant, yet private travel remains common in the industry for efficiency and workload demands.

via Billboard|

#aviation-safety #helicopter-crashes #music

entertainment23 days ago•4 min saved

Grammys Expand Categories and Modernize Rules for 2027 Awards

The Recording Academy announced five new award categories and several rule updates for the 69th Grammys, reflecting today’s evolving music landscape ahead of the February 7, 2027 ceremony (on ABC/Disney+/Hulu). New categories include Best Asian Pop Music Performance, Best R&B Collaboration or Duo/Group Performance, Best Traditional Pop Vocal Performance, Best Traditional Folk Album (with the existing Folk Album category renamed Best Contemporary Folk Album), and Best Latin Song; existing categories are adjusted—Best R&B Performance is renamed Best R&B Solo Performance and Best Folk Album is renamed Best Contemporary Folk Album. Ballot Plus provides an opt-in, up-to-15-category voting option, while eligibility changes lower the album threshold from 75% to 66% and expand Internet-only releases to be eligible for Best Album Notes and Best Historical Album when notes accompany the digital release. Songwriters and composers on winning material will receive statuettes and certificates in parity with producers and engineers. All updates stem from a member-driven process, with the next Grammys slated for Feb. 7, 2027 across ABC, Disney+ and Hulu.

via Grammy|

#award-categories #ballot-plus #entertainment

entertainment1 month ago•3 min saved

London Stabbing Claims Life of Grammy-Winning Songwriter Talay Riley

Grammy-winning songwriter Talay Riley (Mark Orabiyi), known for writing for Britney Spears, Dua Lipa and others, was fatally stabbed in London’s West Ham area on Friday; two people were injured, and three suspects—two men and a woman—were arrested as police seek CCTV footage and witnesses. Riley’s family and fellow artists mourn his loss and celebrate his talent.

via NBC News|

#entertainment #london #music-industry

entertainment1 month ago•36 min saved

Taylor Swift Reaches $2 Billion, Crowned Biggest Female Musician in History

Taylor Swift is reported to have reached a $2 billion net worth, making her the richest female musician in history, according to a recent report. The milestone underscores her financial growth through album sales, touring, re-recordings, branding deals, and other ventures across the music business.

via Yahoo|

#billionaire #entertainment #music-industry

ai1 month ago•53 min saved

AI-made Suno slop pulls listeners away from real music

Terrence O’Brien investigates a Suno AI trend in which Reddit users listen almost exclusively to AI-generated music and even abandon traditional streaming platforms; few on-record interviews leave the reasons unclear, but posts claim AI tracks better match their tastes and allow exploration of far-out genres. The piece weighs theories of narcissism versus laziness as motivations—leaning toward laziness and the lure of instant gratification—while framing AI-generated music as part of a broader struggle to discover music amid overwhelming choices and algorithmic curation, with questions about the future of art and human musicians.

via The Verge|

#ai #ai-music #algorithmic-personalization

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

When AI Takes the Spotlight: Graduation Speeches Meet a New Economic Reality

An analysis of a viral commencement moment where music executive Scott Borchetta urged embracing AI, prompting boos; the piece argues his “tool” analogy echoes past streaming-era battles, highlights AI's rising role in business, and cites data showing CEOs deploy AI while planning smaller teams, framing the debate as a tension between innovation and income inequality.

via Gizmodo|

#artificial-intelligence #commencement #economy