Beyoncé Releases New Album "Cowboy Carter," Takes Stand Against AI in Music
One of the most influential contemporary singers, Beyoncé, has openly opposed the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the music industry. In her new album "Cowboy Carter," she not only sets new standards for the music scene but also expresses deep concern about AI's impact on the authenticity and cultural value of art, as reported by TechCrunch.
The main argument against AI-generated art stems from the way this technology operates. Music generators based on AI can create new compositions in minutes and convincingly mimic the vocals of performers. However, some leading AI companies like Open AI and Stability AI use copyrighted works and artists' voices to train neural networks without permission, including copyrighted artworks.
"The joy of creating music lies in the absence of rules. However, the more I see how the world is evolving, the stronger connection I feel with purity. Thanks to artificial intelligence, digital filters, and programming, I increasingly want to return to real instruments," noted Beyoncé.
It's not surprising that artists like Beyoncé express serious concerns about these technologies – many AI models have been trained on artworks without their creators' consent. For newcomers in the music industry without sufficient influence, breaking into this market becomes even more challenging.
Beyoncé's stance is particularly significant in the context of her latest album, "Cowboy Carter." Although AI is not directly mentioned in the album, its content alludes to theft and unauthorized appropriation of artworks. In this album, Beyoncé recounts how African-American musicians laid the foundation for country music, often seen as a symbol of Southern white culture.
It's worth noting that the album "Cowboy Carter" is breaking streaming records, with the artist herself calling it "the best music she has ever created."
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