In this episode, we explore the dynamic and controversial world of AI in music, drawing insights from whatsupinmusic.com. We cover the rise of platforms like Google's Orca, which evolved into Lyria after copyright hurdles, and innovations like Suno V4 and Jen's StyleFilter which bring unprecedented creativity to music-making. We'll discuss the ethical and legal challenges around copyrighted material and how platforms like YouTube's Dream Track and Jen are pushing for transparency and artist consent.

We also dive into the political landscape, examining how deregulation and global policy shifts could shape the future of AI in music, from potential innovation booms to fears of displacing human artists. Finally, we'll reflect on how artists and the industry can adapt, innovate, and thrive amidst these transformative changes.