SAG-AFTRA has filed an unfair labor practice charge against Epic Games after the release of an artificial intelligence version of Darth Vader in Fortnite, programmed to mimic the voice of James Earl Jones. The union, which represents voice and screen performers, says it wasn’t consulted before Epic’s production
LALAL.AI has launched a new initiative to showcase tracks created with its audio stem separation technology, opening up a platform for emerging and indie artists to share their work with a broader audience. The official "Community Hits" playlist on SoundCloud invites creators to submit music made using
Spotify’s AI DJ, which launched in 2023 as a blend of streaming algorithms and old-school radio-style commentary, is now taking requests. But only in English, even though the feature is now available in 60 markets. Starting Tuesday, Premium subscribers can verbally request specific songs, genres, or moods by pressing
Streaming data from Spotify offers a glimpse into which entries are resonating most with listeners as Eurovision 2025 kicks off in Basel.
Apple has rolled out a new global Viral Chart playlist on Apple Music, which gives users an easy way to discover trending tracks from the real world. The playlist, updated daily, features the top 50 songs people are discovering through Shazam, Apple’s popular music recognition service. The Viral Chart