Exploring the Impact of AI Music Generation: A Journey with Suno

The Rise of AI Music: Suno App Allows Users to Create Songs with Ease

SAN FRANCISCO — Have you ever wanted to create your own music but lacked the musical talent to do so? Well, now you can with the help of artificial intelligence. Suno, an AI start-up, has recently released an iOS app that allows users to generate songs by simply inputting a bit of starter text.

This innovative app has made it easier than ever for regular folks to whip up music on the fly. However, not everyone is thrilled about this development. Several record companies have sued Suno, claiming that the app can only generate tunes because it used their copyrighted songs to learn how to create music. Despite the legal battles, the app remains live and free to download.

For those who have tried Suno, the experience has been both fun and unnerving. Users can input prompts and receive two tracks to review, ranging from pop-funk to Paramore-style pop punk. The app’s ability to generate music quickly and easily has led to a minor obsession for some users.

However, there are concerns about the impact of AI-generated music on the industry. Some worry that it could devalue music and potentially harm artists by creating synthetic music that doesn’t require royalties. Despite these concerns, AI music is here to stay, and both tech companies and the music industry must grapple with its implications.

As Max Vehuni, of the indie-pop duo slenderbodies, puts it, “We’ve taken it out of the box, and I don’t think we’re ever really putting it back.” The era of AI music is upon us, and it’s up to us to navigate its impact on the music industry and our lives.