Topic: independent artists
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Suno's Spark Incubator Aims to Fuel AI With Independent Artists
Suno has launched Spark, an incubator program offering unsigned artists grants, mentorship, and marketing support to help them break into the music industry. Participating artists must agree to make their songs available for remixing on Suno and grant the company broad licensing rights, sparking ...
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Spotify Verified Badge Confirms Artist is Human, Not AI
Spotify is launching a new verification system with a "Verified by Spotify" badge and green checkmark, initially excluding AI personas and AI-generated music while acknowledging the evolving concept of artist authenticity. Verification requires evidence of consistent listener activity and engagem...
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Spotify Paid $11 Billion in Artist Royalties in 2025
Spotify paid over $11 billion in royalties in 2025, a $1 billion increase, representing about 30% of the recording industry's revenue, though these payments go to rights holders like labels, not directly to artists. The actual payout to artists varies widely by contract, with major label artists ...
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Spotify adds verified badges to distinguish real artists from AI
Spotify is introducing a "Verified by Spotify" badge to help listeners distinguish genuine human artists from AI creations, requiring artists to show a clear presence with concert dates, merchandise, and linked social media. To qualify, artists must demonstrate consistent, organic listener engage...
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DJ Central TV & Fast Channels Launch Global 24/7 EDM Channel
DJ Central TV and FAST Channels TV have launched a dedicated 24/7 streaming channel, offering a massive library of non-stop EDM entertainment worldwide through free, ad-supported platforms. The channel features over 300 hours of programming, including exclusive performances and festival coverage,...
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Spotify’s green checkmark distinguishes real artists from AI
Spotify is rolling out a green "Verified by Spotify" badge to distinguish real musicians from AI-generated impersonators, with the rollout beginning over the coming weeks. The badge follows backlash over AI-generated music, including fake profiles and songs uploaded to deceased artists' pages; to...
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