Spotify boss defends move to AI music, saying it is better than ‘slop’
Spotify's CEO has defended the platform's new AI-generated music feature, claiming it provides a better alternative to piracy. The feature, developed in partnership with Universal Music Group, allows premium users to create AI remixes while ensuring artists can profit from their work. However, concerns have been raised about the potential impact on human artists and the music landscape.
- ▪Spotify's new feature allows premium users to create AI-generated remixes and covers.
- ▪The initiative is part of a deal with Universal Music Group, which has boosted Spotify's shares.
- ▪Critics warn that AI-generated music could overshadow human artists and lead to increased competition.
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Spotify says it is trying to offer a ‘controlled’ alternative to AI music, one in which artists can make money from use of their work. Photograph: Zoonar GmbH/AlamyView image in fullscreenSpotify says it is trying to offer a ‘controlled’ alternative to AI music, one in which artists can make money from use of their work. Photograph: Zoonar GmbH/AlamySpotifySpotify boss defends move to AI music, saying it is better than ‘slop’Streaming platform says remix tool agreed with Universal Music Group will protect artists from piracyAisha DownTue 26 May 2026 09.40 EDTFirst published on Tue 26 May 2026 08.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleSpotify’s chief executive has defended the company’s move into AI-generated music, claiming it offers users and creators a better alternative to piracy and…
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