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The new feature enables artists to generate industry-standard International Standard Recording Codes (ISRCs) directly within SPOZZ, giving recordings official identification from day one. Artists can now release music immediately to fans, establish recording identities and metadata, and remain free to choose if, when, and how they distribute their music to streaming services and digital retailers in the future.  (READ MORE HERE)

Music is one of the most ubiquitous art forms in the world. Lullabies soothe babies to sleep from the youngest of ages, and kids try their hand at playing an instrument in elementary school. By the teenage years, music becomes part of our identities—we gravitate toward certain genres as a form of self-expression, and the lyrics and melodies feed the deepest part of our souls. Music then takes on new roles in adulthood. It keeps us entertained on our commutes, helps us stay focused at work, provides a welcome distraction while doing chores around the house, and sets the right mood for parties and get-togethers. Plus, seeing our favorite bands perform live and feeling the energy of crowds at arena concerts often become some of our most cherished memories. Music is with us at every stage of life.  (READ MORE https://www.kkyx.com/news/50-fascinating-facts/BHNETG72JQ7YNLMH2ZNUYQO3QM/ )

Deezer positions this tool as a response to what it says is a big surge in AI music uploads, which accounted for 44% of daily music submissions back in April, per our colleagues at PCMag.  (read more...  https://www.extremetech.com/internet/deezers-free-ai-detector-scans-spotify-apple-music-youtube-music-and-more )

Warner Music Group on Wednesday announced its acquisition of the startup Sureel AI, a platform that uses a technology called "AI DNA" in an effort to protect creative projects and other intellectual property — including music, voices, likeness and performance — from unauthorized use and monetization by AI training models.  ( read more tap here )

The American Federation of Musicians (AFM), a union for session musicians, is suing Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG) for breaching their collective bargaining agreement over use of their music by AI programs. In the lawsuit filed on Friday (June 5), AFM claim that the major labels' recent licensing training with Suno and Udio, two prominent AI music companies, have not been sharing proceeds with the union, as required in their agreement to compensate members for "new uses" of their music.

 

"The AFM brings this lawsuit because defendants, two of the largest music companies in the world, have licensed sound recordings on which AFM-represented musicians have worked, without compensation or credit, to two AI companies," reads the lawsuit. "At the same time, they have refused to provide information to the AFM about which recordings and whose work is being licensed."  READ MORE HERE   

If you're someone who believes AI should stay out of the arts, and especially your earbuds, you might want to sit down for this news. On Thursday, Spotify announced a partnership with Universal Music Group that will allow you to use AI tools to create cover songs and remixes on the streaming platform.

 

So imagine At Last by Etta James mixed with the 2010 hit Baby by Justin Bieber, or even mashed up as a country or folk version.

The AI-powered tool will not be included in Spotify memberships by default. Instead, it will be a paid add-on option for Spotify Premium members, the music streaming service said. A launch date has yet to be announced.  TAP THIS TO READ MORE


So imagine At Last by Etta James mixed with the 2010 hit Baby by Justin Bieber, or even mashed up as a country or folk version.

The AI-powered tool will not be included in Spotify memberships by default. Instead, it will be a paid add-on option for Spotify Premium members, the music streaming service said. A launch...

Your secure computer anywhere  ...  Tails is a FREE portable operating system that protects against surveillance and censorship.    INSTALLATION TO USB INSTRUCTION VIDEO

 

To use Tails, shut down the computer and start on your Tails USB stick instead of starting on Windows, macOS, or Linux.

You can temporarily turn your own computer into a secure machine. You can also stay safe while using the computer of somebody else.

Tails is a 1.9 GB download and takes ½ hour to install. Tails can be installed on any USB stick of 8 GB minimum. Tails works on most computers less than 10 years old. You can start again on the other operating system after you shut down Tails.

You don't have to worry about the computer having viruses because Tails runs independently from the other operating system and never uses the hard disk. But, Tails cannot always protect you if you insta...

The Science of Music Frequencies: 432 Hz vs 440 Hz Explained—and Why Frequencies MatterMusic has always been more than entertainment—it's a force that shapes our emotions, calms our nerves, and even heals our bodies. But did you know that a small difference in tuning—just 8 Hz—can change how music affects us?  Here's an article that gets into it a bit >>


https://www.serendipitysounds.com/post/the-science-of-music-frequencies-432-hz-vs-440-hz-explained-and-why-frequencies-matter


I came across this subject quite a few times. I understand that even if a piece is tuned to the natural  432hz originally... when it is broadcast over the net, it is automatically converted to the 440hz  However there is an extension that blankets all sites you enter and converts the frequency to  your prefered range. >>> 

As a downloadable free app visit the site:  https://432convert.com/  ...

The fifth Abbey Road Music Photography Awards competition, delivered in partnership with DHL, is now open for entries! Photographers from around the world of all levels are invited to submit their music photos from 2025, for free, into a range of categories judged by the likes of Rankin, Nile Rodgers, Raye, Dean Chalkley, Dennis Morris and Simon Wheatley. The deadline for entries is Tuesday 30 June at midnight UK time.

 

The MPAs is the only global music photography competition – championing, empowering and showcasing the worldwide community of music photographers, and is supported by headline partner DHL. Winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony at Abbey Road Studios in September. The awards now form the leading element of the Abbey Road Music Photography Accelerator, which encompasses events, exhibitions, workshops, learning resources and much more; all designed to champion and empower photography talent.  ( READ MORE: