Start-Ups
Mick Kiely · Focal Press eBooks · 2022
This chapter explores the historical reaction of the global music industry to technological developments and reflects how the innovation journey from phonograph to the AI music has frequently been met with industrial and societal resistance. Kiely’s unique professional experience is candidly expressed in this chapter, providing a personal insight and understanding about the drivers and motivations within the IT industries. Common anxieties about AI are addressed to encourage musicians to embrace the coming changes to the music ecosystem and adapt to the new state of the art. This chapter addresses the underlying need of the oversight over the copyright issues connected to AI-generated content. Mick Kiely emphasises the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and discusses the transition to the online platforms that are based on state-of-the-art technology. He illustrates the impact TikTok has on the music industry. This chapter looks into the necessity for AI regulations and reflects upon personal experience in this field.