Spotify Faces Fraudulent AI Music Uploads

A wave of AI-generated songs attributed to over 20 metalcore bands, including Caliban and Alpha Wolf, has flooded Spotify, causing confusion among fans. These unauthorized uploads are linked to a 'dubious distributor,' as confirmed by various bands on social media, urging listeners to disregard the fraudulent tracks. Despite Spotify's lack of comment on the situation, reports suggest that these AI-generated covers have been hidden among legitimate music, misleading users and generating significant streaming revenue for the impostors. Observations from Reddit users indicate that this trend of AI 'bands' lacking a digital footprint has been ongoing across multiple genres, raising concerns about originality and authenticity. Spotify has stated that content providers are responsible for removing such unauthorized content, but the broader implications of AI in music raise questions about the platform's oversight. Critics argue that Spotify's inaction on this matter reveals systemic issues with how the platform manages its content and artist representation.