Over 1,000 prominent artists, including Damon Albarn and Kate Bush, have come together to release a silent album titled 'Is This What We Want?' in protest of proposed UK copyright law changes. These changes would allow AI companies to use copyrighted works without permission, threatening artists' livelihoods. The 12-track album contains recordings of silence, conveying the expected impact of these changes. Proceeds from the album will support the UK charity Help Musicians, reflecting the community's concerns over potential revenue loss in the industry amidst rising AI technologies.
More than 1,000 artists have released a silent album titled Is This What We Want? to protest against the UK government's proposed changes to copyright law.
The project symbolizes the expected impact on musicians' livelihoods if AI companies exploit copyrighted works without consent, sparking concern among industry artists.
Bush emphasizes the potential for voices to be unheard in the future music landscape, raising alarm about the implications for artistic expression and recognition.
Ed Newton-Rex argues that the proposal is unnecessary and detrimental, advocating for the preservation of creative industries in the face of AI advancements.
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