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Meta Launches MAGNeT, An Open-Source Text-to-Audio Model for On-the-Go Music Creation

Striking a balance between speed and quality, it combines autoregressive and non-autoregressive methods for different parts of the sequence, ensuring optimal results. Leveraging an externally pre-trained model to rank and refine predictions, ensuring to push the boundaries of audio quality and realism.

Will.i.am Launches Radio Show With AI Co-Host

'Will.i.am Presents the FYI Show' will debut on Jan. 25, and the musician will chat about topics like music, pop culture and technology with his artificial intelligence co-host, the first of its kind on SiriusXM.

8 Viral TikTok Music Strategies: Your Roadmap to Success"

In the rapidly evolving landscape of social media, TikTok stands out as a powerhouse for music artists aiming to reach a broader audience.

AI Threats Emerge In Music Publishers’ Battle With Big Tech

The threat of artificial intelligence to creators, and its value to big tech, is one of the most pressing concerns in the legal and music fields. Current litigation will ultimately shape how AI will be developed and implemented across entertainment with copyright infringement at the forefront of such disputes.

10 Ways To Make Money From Music In 2024

It is safe to say that the past few years forced many musicians and creators to look inward and find alternative ways to make money from music. Forward-looking musicians and creators have managed to find passive income streams that don’t require them to go on tour 360 out of 365 days a year.

The BBC is auctioning thousands of rare vinyl records and vintage music tech

The auction takes place on 30 January, and includes rare LPs by The Beatles and David Bowie.

Beatport’s founding members launch ambient record label Sacred Society Music Group

The founding members of Beatport, AM Only, Side 3 Recordings and Sacred Society have joined forces to establish Sacred Society Music Group (SSMG), an ambient record label that releases music exclusively in Dolby Atmos.

A steady transformation: Bachtrack’s 2023 Classical Music Statistics

What is the state of the classical music world today? How is it changing? Bachtrack’s annual survey of the numbers is as close as we can get to an answer – and this year we can report some unusual findings.

AI-assisted music production

Music production is continually changing due to the boom in technology. For instance, the growth of AI has brought about immense change. In turn, this has challenged the role of sound engineers and producers. 

Some Good News About Radio? Yes!

It is anyone’s guess whether 2024 turns out to be a rebound year for radio or a continuation of arduous times for the business. But last week brought much-needed positive news about radio, defying conventional wisdom about the state of the medium.

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