Summary
AI in music has caused a divide among musicians, with some embracing it while others are concerned. Avenged Sevenfold’s M. Shadows believes AI will play a major role in the industry, arguing that fans care more about how music makes them feel rather than who created it. He sees AI as a tool to enhance creativity, but some musicians, like Billie Eilish and Katy Perry, are calling for a halt to its use. Sanders believes fighting AI is futile and artists should find ways to use it to their advantage. For now, human creativity still holds the edge, but the future role of AI in music remains uncertain.
Key Points
1. Avenged Sevenfold frontman Matt Sanders believes that AI will inevitably gain traction in the music industry, regardless of whether music is created by humans or robots.
2. Sanders views AI as a valuable tool for songwriting, comparing its use to looking up words in a thesaurus or using Google to enhance creativity.
3. While some musicians, like Sanders, embrace AI as a tool for creativity and innovation, others, including big names like Billie Eilish and Katy Perry, have signed an open letter calling for a halt to what they see as the irresponsible use of AI in music creation.