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Cherry Audio Joins AI for Music Initiative

The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence in creative industries has become a hot topic across the music world. From generating beats to mastering tracks, AI-powered tools offer exciting new possibilities for musicians but also come with challenges. That's why Cherry Audio has joined forces with over 50 leading music organizations as part of the AI for Music initiative, spearheaded by Roland Corporation and Universal Music Group.

This coalition has one key goal: safeguarding musicians' creativity and rights in this new era of generative AI. At the core of this initiative lies the Principles for Music Creation with AI, a framework designed to guide and promote the ethical use of AI in music production. Among the organizations endorsing the Principles are the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), Sydney University, BandLab Technologies, Splice, Native Instruments, Focusrite, Output, Beatport, Waves, Soundful, LANDR, Eventide, GPU Audio, and many more.

This coalition of music industry leadership is committed to adhering to ethical industry standards that protect human creativity and exploring innovative ways for AI to empower and support artists. The alignment around the Principles For Music Creation with AI underscores a desire for transparency, equity, and proactive leadership to protect music creatives worldwide.

The emergence of AI-powered tools offers exciting opportunities but also presents significant risks. Therefore, a critical need to manage their impact responsibly is required. The Principles For Music Creation With AI were developed to address these challenges, establishing clear guidelines that emphasize the need for strong internal governance and broad industry support. By adhering to these Principles, the music industry can protect artistic integrity while harnessing AI's transformative potential.

The core Principles for Music Creation with AI are as follows:

  • We believe music is central to humanity.

  • We believe humanity and music are inseparable.

  • We believe that technology has long supported human artistic expression, and applied sustainably, AI will amplify human creativity.

  • We believe that human-created works must be respected and protected.

  • We believe that transparency is essential to responsible and trustworthy AI.

  • We believe the perspectives of music artists, songwriters, and other creators must be sought after and respected.

  • We are proud to help bring music to life.

Whether you're just beginning your music career or you've been in the scene for years, protecting the soul of your art is crucial. Cherry Audio is proud to support these efforts to ensure a future where AI is a partner, not a replacement.

Want to explore, contribute, or discover how these principles might affect you? Visit the AI for Music site to learn more. Together, we can shape an ethical, exciting, and artist-driven future for music.