‘It will never cover what’s authentic’: African music industry weighs up AI risks and rewards
Summary
African music artists and experts are discussing the risks and benefits of using artificial intelligence (AI) in music creation. While AI can help musicians reach more people and improve their work, many worry it might copy music without permission and lose the true, original feel of the songs. Some African countries like Cape Verde are trying to create policies and tools to support musicians while using AI responsibly.Key Facts
- Nigerian singer Fave faced an unauthorized AI-made version of her song, then released her own official remix including AI elements.
- African music markets are vulnerable to AI-generated music copying artists’ work due to weak legal protections.
- South Africa withdrew its draft national AI policy after AI-generated citations were found in the document.
- Cape Verde has a dedicated AI policy and is working to make its music industry more global while protecting local culture.
- The Atlantic Music Expo in Cape Verde focused on how artists can use AI tools without losing their creativity.
- AI tools help indie artists by improving music production and marketing on small budgets.
- Startups like Sona use AI trained on local music styles to keep the uniqueness of each artist’s sound.
- Musicians like the Brazilian group Sambaiana see AI as a way to connect with new audiences while honoring their culture.
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