SoundCloud Unveils 6 New AI Tools, Strengthens Ethical Music Creation Safeguards

SoundCloud Unveils 6 New AI Tools, Strengthens Ethical Music Creation Safeguards

By Marcus Bennett

November 19, 2024 at 10:54 PM

SoundCloud has unveiled six new AI tools while strengthening its commitment to ethical AI practices in music creation. The platform has partnered with Audible Magic and Pex to ensure proper rights management and compensation for creators.

The six new AI tools include:

Tuney - For remixing and new track generation
Tuttii - Licensed music remixing
AlBeatz - Beat creation
TwoShot - Custom sample generation
Starmony - Fan music creation support
ACE Studio - Studio-quality AI voice production

SoundCloud logo in white on black

SoundCloud logo in white on black

Key Features and Implementation:

All tools include "Upload to SoundCloud" functionality
AI-created tracks will be clearly tagged
SoundCloud Next Pro subscribers receive exclusive discounts and trials
Content identification solutions ensure proper crediting and compensation

CEO Eliah Seton emphasizes the platform's focus on responsible AI implementation while democratizing music creation. SoundCloud has joined AI For Music's "Principles for Music Creation with AI," alongside industry leaders like Universal Music, Songtradr, and Splice.

The platform's ethical AI approach addresses current industry concerns about:

Unauthorized AI training on protected works
Rights management for AI-generated content
Proper compensation for rights holders
Balance between AI innovation and human artistry

This initiative represents SoundCloud's commitment to making music creation more accessible while maintaining ethical standards and protecting creators' rights in the evolving AI landscape.

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