Australia's music industry bans AI-generated tracks from official charts
The crackdown comes as a variation of Madonna's pop hit "Like a Prayer" created by an Australian producer using AI-generated vocals and drums has spent 16 weeks in the Australian top 20, stoking debate about generative AI's place in music. It peaked at number two on the Australian Record Industry Association's top 20 Australian singles chart in May and remained in fourth place on Tuesday.
Australia's recorded music industry will exclude wholly AI-generated tracks from official charts, according to a representative. This decision comes amid discussions on the role of generative AI in the music industry. A Madonna-inspired track, created by an Australian producer using AI vocals and drums, has spent 16 weeks in the top 20 on the ARIA singles chart, fueling debate.
The ban, set to begin next week, will apply to tracks where AI generated all elements, but allows AI-assisted music if humans wrote the song and performed lead vocals and primary instruments. AI-generated music won't be eligible for ARIA awards. ARIA chief executive Annabelle Herd stated that the changes aim to maintain a focus on human artistry in an evolving industry.
Music on streaming services, potentially created using unauthorized AI tools, has raised concerns. The move aligns with new guidelines from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, which defines official charts as "substantially human made." Sydney Conservatorium of Music lecturer Alexis Weaver said the debate around AI in music is emotionally charged for musicians and applauded ARIA's decision to prioritize human creativity.
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