Apple Music, Spotify add AI labels as synthetic tracks flop with listeners
The Ankler’s Erik Barmack reports that Apple Music now requires labels on AI-generated tracks; Spotify will tag AI artists and exclude them from editorial and algorithmic picks. AI tracks are a third of Apple uploads but under 0.5% of listening.
Why it matters. AI-music creators lose access to the recommendation systems that drive discovery on the two largest streaming platforms.
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