SZA, Kenneth Blume Decry Use of Their Songs in AI Training Data Sets
Musicians SZA and Kenneth Blume are speaking out against unauthorized use of their music in AI training data sets.
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📍 How it ended
SZA and Kenneth Blume decried the use of their songs in AI training data sets. SZA criticized platforms like Suno for training on the work of Black writers and producers, while musicians issued a warning that innovation cannot override artists' rights.
The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.
Epilogue added 13d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
Musicians SZA and Kenneth Blume have publicly criticized the use of their songs in AI training data sets. Coverage from Billboard, Variety, Euronews, WSMV and Pitchfork emphasizes the artists' concerns about AI music deals and the unauthorized use of their work.
SZA has described the practice as 'disgusting,' particularly highlighting the use of Black artists' work. Watch for potential legal actions or policy changes from the music industry in response to these revelations.
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Quick answers
Who are the musicians involved?
SZA and Kenneth Blume.
What is the main issue?
The unauthorized use of their songs in AI training data sets.
Which outlets are covering this story?
Billboard, Variety, Euronews, WSMV and Pitchfork.
Coverage (5)
- Musicians Pen Letter, Warning About AI Music Deals: ‘Innovation Cannot Be Used to Override Artists’ Rights’ Billboard · 30d ago
- SZA Slams ‘Disgusting‘ Musicians Using AI, Says Platforms Like Suno Train on the ‘Best and Brightest Black Minds of Writers and Producers’ Variety · 30d ago
- SZA hits out at 'disgusting' AI music after discovering her songs were used in AI training Euronews · 30d ago
- Nashville musician discovers AI companies using his songs without permission WSMV · 30d ago
- SZA, Kenneth Blume Decry Use of Their Songs in AI Training Data Sets Pitchfork · 30d ago
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