Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss
In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan......»»
Amazon Music follows Spotify’s lead with Maestro, an AI-based playlist creator
Amazon Music is following hot on the heels of Spotify's AI playlist feature with its own version known as Maestro......»»
A new Spotify “Music Pro” tier could be in the works
Spotify is rumored to have revived plans for a new tier that will offer higher quality streams called Music Pro. The post A new Spotify “Music Pro” tier could be in the works appeared first on Phandroid. For years, we have heard rumors.....»»
Spotify planning to launch more expensive ‘Music Pro’ subscription with lossless songs
A recent report revealed that Spotify is planning to raise the price of its subscription soon, at least in some countries. And for those who think that paying $10.99 a month for a music streaming platform is already too much, the company may soon int.....»»
Spotify listeners may finally get lossless audio -- but at a cost
Spotify is preparing to unveil its long-rumored lossless audio feature, but the company won't be taking Apple Music's approach.Lossless audio & AirPods optimization coming to SpotifyThe concept of Spotify offering lossless audio isn't new. Initially.....»»
Song lyrics are getting more repetitive, angrier
An analysis of 50 years of popular music lyrics reveals a number of trends. Enlarge (credit: Henrik Sorensen) From ‘80s new wave to ‘90s grunge to the latest pop single, music has changed a lot over the decades. Thos.....»»
This crazy headband uses music and brainwaves to make you a better athlete
The Alphabeats headband combines your choice of music with an EEG brainwave readout to help train your brain to function in its optimal state......»»
There"s a library on the moon now. It might last billions of years.
NASA's Odysseus Lunar Lander may have tipped over, but it still delivered an important payload of art, music, books ... and Bitcoin. Until 2024, our lunar neighbor didn't offer much in the way of reading material. Just four sentences were.....»»
SAG-AFTRA wins AI music protections in new deal
A tentative agreement erects guardrails against generative AI's cloning of Hollywood's musicians. The twinkling sounds of Hollywood won't be replaced by AI just yet. SAG-AFTRA and major record labels Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group, D.....»»
Apple Music execs reveal months of work behind releasing Taylor Swift"s new album
Apple Music teams were working extensively with Taylor Swift to ready her new album and its promotion long before "The Tortured Poets Department" is due to be released.Taylor Swift (Source: Apple Music)Taylor Swift was Apple Music's artist of the yea.....»»
Taylor Swift uses Apple Music lyrics to share riddles about ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
Taylor Swift is about to release her newest album called “The Tortured Poets Department” on April 19. Last week, the singer had already partnered with Apple Music to release a series of playlists with a voice message from Taylor to promote her ne.....»»
Taylor Swift songs back on TikTok after Universal row; AI influencers coming
Taylor Swift songs have returned to TikTok, after a ten-week gap resulting from a dispute between the short video app and Universal Music. That dispute hasn’t ended, but it appears that Swift has reached an individual agreement with TikTok. Sepa.....»»
‘X’ Denies Music Companies’ Remaining Piracy Liability Claims in Court
Elon Musk's social media platform X has denied all copyright infringement claims in response to a 'piracy' complaint filed last year by a group of record labels. The Nashville federal court already dismissed several key allegations and X hopes to def.....»»
"Fallout"s music might be polarizing, but here"s why it"s perfect
Prime Video's "Fallout" TV adaptation features plenty of the music from the Bethesda games — and here's why it's important. The Fallout games are synonymous with a few things: a crumbling, retro-futurist American aesthetic; brutal combat with.....»»
Taylor Swift"s music returns to TikTok ahead of "The Tortured Poets Department" release
Taylor Swift's music returns to TikTok after Universal Music Group pulled it back in February due to a disagreement over artist compensation. Her new album, 'The Tortured Poets Department' drops on April 19. No, it's not a glitch. Taylor Swift.....»»
Official Spotify song remixing coming, so artists get paid (kinda)
It’s not uncommon for younger music fans to create their own song mixes for social media posts, especially on TikTok. The problem is that artists don’t get paid for these unofficial mixes, and that’s something an upcoming Spotify song remixing.....»»
New AI music generator Udio synthesizes realistic music on demand
But it still needs trial and error to generate high-quality results. Enlarge / A screenshot of AI-generated songs listed on Udio on April 10, 2024. (credit: Benj Edwards) Between 2002 and 2005, I ran a music website wher.....»»
Apple Music leads HomePod streaming, but Spotify has an incredibly strong position
Apple Music emerges as the top choice for HomePod users — with Spotify also very strong on the platform.Is Amazon Music evidence of a monopoly?Recent research from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners (CIRP) has shed light on the competitive mus.....»»
Best network music streamers 2024: make your hi-fi smarter
Adding a capable network music streamer to your audio system is the best way to bring hi-quality digital sound to your home from your streaming services......»»
EU investigating Apple’s response to Spotify complaint [U]
The European Union is investigating Apple’s response to a Spotify complaint, to determine whether the anti-steering changes made by the Cupertino company are sufficient to comply. Update: GamesFray had suggested that this amounted to a fourth DM.....»»
Spotify Introduces AI Playlists: Here’s How to Create One
Creating your own digital mixtape just got easier. The post Spotify Introduces AI Playlists: Here’s How to Create One appeared first on Phandroid. Generative AI’s continued integration into modern hardware and software products.....»»