AI Music Production Where Are We Now?

Many people have been asking what topics I could cover in my blog. One big question keeps coming up: where exactly are we now with AI-generated music?

As everyone knows, AI is evolving at an incredible speed. By the time I publish this, some of the information might already be outdated. But maybe there’s a thought or a small insight here that still matters. And just to be clear – I’m not an AI expert. These reflections are based on what I’ve found through research and what I personally believe might happen in the future.

AI Music Production Where Are We Now?

AI Music Production Where Are We Now? Recently, I saw an ad for the new version of Suno – Suno 5 has been released. I haven’t had time to fully explore it yet, but according to the ad, it produces even better music and the vocals sound impressively real. I don’t doubt that for a second.

What really caught my attention, though, is that Suno has now launched its own DAW – a platform where you can actually create and mix music. That’s something worth keeping an eye on.

Even though companies like Suno and Udio are pushing their products aggressively, we’ve reached a unique turning point. Major record labels have taken them to court, and the outcome of these cases will shape the future of the entire industry. These lawsuits deal with copyright violations and data usage.

In the world of image generation, big companies didn’t have the financial power to slow AI down, but in music, the situation is different. Sony, Universal, and Warner have deep pockets and every reason to protect their territory. They won’t accept the loss of revenue quietly.

Suno’s Defense and the Debate

Suno claims that all their songs are completely new and not copies of anything. The music, they say, is generated purely through algorithms. Many disagree. I’ve read plenty of discussions about this, and to be honest, I haven’t formed a firm opinion myself. I’m both for and against it in different ways.

If AI Gets Free Rein

So what happens next? If the court decides that AI-generated music doesn’t violate copyright, things will move fast. AI music companies will start popping up like mushrooms after the rain, and user numbers will explode. Many indie artists will partially switch to AI, and major labels will launch their own AI divisions alongside new AI-only record labels.

Streaming platforms will fill up quickly, and royalties will drop even further. This would be a major shift in the music world.

If the Record Labels Win

But what if the decision goes the other way?If the court rules that AI does violate copyright, the situation will change dramatically. AI music could be driven underground or become a niche hobby. Prices will skyrocket, and everyday creators won’t want to pay for AI generation anymore.

In that case, AI will become the domain of the biggest players – those who can afford the expensive licenses. Progress would slow down for years, and the music industry would remain in the hands of a few giants.

My Perspective

Whatever the outcome, I believe AI will stay a part of music creation in one way or another. Not everyone will use it, because many musicians still prefer making music the old-fashioned way.

As a studio owner, I personally love when artists come in and we create music together. There’s a warmth and emotion in that process that AI can’t replace.

I already work with AI artists, mixing and mastering their songs. Even when AI creates the initial idea, the result can always be improved. The song is never exactly how the artist envisions it — and that’s where human touch and studio work still make all the difference.

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The world of AI-generated music is evolving fast – but human creativity still defines the sound.