Australia Bans AI-Generated Tracks from Official Music Charts
On Tuesday, the Australian Record Industry Association (ARIA) declared that tracks entirely created by artificial intelligence will not be included in official charts. This policy change comes after an AI-generated version of Madonna's 'Like a Prayer' reached number two in May, remaining in the top 20 for 16 weeks. The ban will commence on Monday; however, music that involves AI assistance is permitted if a human composed the song and performed the lead vocals and main instruments. Additionally, AI-generated tracks will not qualify for ARIA awards. ARIA's CEO, Annabelle Herd, highlighted the need to support human creativity. These regulations are consistent with the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry's guidelines, which require tracks to be 'substantially human made.'
Key facts
- ARIA will ban wholly AI-generated tracks from official charts starting Monday next week.
- AI-assisted music remains eligible if humans wrote the song and performed lead vocals and primary instruments.
- AI-generated music is ineligible for ARIA awards.
- A Madonna 'Like a Prayer' AI variation spent 16 weeks in the Australian top 20, peaking at number two in May.
- ARIA chief executive Annabelle Herd emphasized promoting human artistry in a rapidly developing space.
- Eligible music must be produced using legal AI services.
- The rules align with International Federation of the Phonographic Industry principles released in July.
- Sydney Conservatorium of Music lecturer Alexis Weaver praised the move as a 'wonderful step forward.'
Entities
Artists
- Madonna
- Alexis Weaver
Institutions
- Australian Record Industry Association (ARIA)
- International Federation of the Phonographic Industry
- Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Locations
- Australia
- Melbourne
- London