In the digital age where the lines between human talent and machine algorithms are dangerously blurring, a popular platform has taken a bold step.
While other streaming giants are quietly watching AI generators flood their charts, Bandcamp has decided to completely ban music created by generative artificial intelligence.
A Fresh Start for Real Artists
The new regulation is strict. Bandcamp prohibits any music that was made entirely or substantially with AI. It also targets the misuse of AI to mimic the styles or voices of specific artists, similar to the buzz created when Drake dropped his controversial track using voices of deceased legends.
The platform wants fans to be absolutely sure that what they’re buying was crafted by a human. They've called on the community to actively report suspicious tracks. Bandcamp reserves the right to remove anything that even slightly resembles AI involvement.
Why Aren’t Others Doing Anything?
The contrast with other platforms is striking. While viral AI hits are spinning millions of streams and generating big bucks on Spotify, Bandcamp operates differently. They only make money when a fan buys a vinyl or digital album.
