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Recognizing AI’s Role in Music: The Grammy Awards and the Debate on Human Contribution

Can Artificial Intelligence Be Nominated for a Grammy? The Recording Academy Says Yes

In a recent interview with the Associated Press, Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, shed light on the possibility of artificial intelligence (AI) being recognized at the Grammy Awards. Contrary to popular belief, AI could still be nominated if there is a significant human contribution to the music it produces.

The Grammy Awards, renowned for celebrating excellence in American popular music, uphold the importance of recognizing the creative minds behind exceptional compositions, lyrics, production, and performances across various genres. While AI-generated lyrics may not establish a vocalist as a producer, they can certainly contribute to an artist’s recognition if the AI assumes a performing role.

Mason emphasized the Recording Academy’s commitment to technology that enhances and complements human creativity, rather than replacing it. In light of this stance, the Academy anticipates an influx of entries featuring AI elements.

As the music industry continues to evolve, the question remains whether AI will become a force to be reckoned with in the Grammy Awards’ future. Only time will tell if machines can truly rival the artistry of their human counterparts and be acknowledged for their contributions to the world of music.

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[디지털투데이 AI리포터] It has been argued that the Recording Academy could still be nominated for a Grammy Award if it is recognized that there is a meaningful human contribution to music produced by artificial intelligence (AI).

According to Business Insider, the economic media outlet of the United States, on the 4th (local time), Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy, said in an interview with the Associated Press, “As long as individuals recognize their close contributions, Grammy Award-winning music with generative AI elements.

The Grammy Awards, the most prestigious awards ceremony for American popular music, recognize the creative elements who have taken part in creating outstanding music in various genres. This includes composing, writing lyrics, producing and performing.

For example, if a vocalist sings words written by an AI, he or she is not recognized as a producer, but can be recognized if the AI ​​takes on the role of a performer.

The Recording Academy aims to ensure that technology helps enhance and complement human creativity, not replace it. Accordingly, the Academy anticipates that many entries containing AI elements will be submitted.

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