Detecting Songs Made by AI Gets Much Easier - Here's How

The music industry reacted fast after the viral 2023 release of “Heart on My Sleeve,” which convincingly mimicked Drake and The Weeknd. This wake-up call prompted labels, tech startups, and streaming platforms to scramble toward detection tools that identify AI-generated music well before release.

New detection layers now span every stage. Startups like Musical AI and Vermillio embed detectors in training tools, production pipelines, and distribution channels. Vermillio’s TraceID system digs deep—breaking tracks into stems such as vocal tone and melody, and flagging AI-generated segments. Rights holders can now spot partial imitations and secure licensing before release .

Streaming services also joined the effort. Deezer reports roughly 20 percent of daily uploads are flagged as fully AI-generated, and it plans to label those tracks publicly. Platforms don’t block uploads – they curb visibility and add metadata to inform listeners. YouTube, SoundCloud, and others have followed suit with internal tagging systems.

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The industry expanded upstream focus too, developing tools that analyze training datasets. These systems aim to measure how much a generated track borrows from original work, enabling “creative influence” licensing before anything goes public .

Artists now have opt-out options from providing their work for training. The “Do Not Train Protocol” allows creators and rights holders to flag their music, though its impact depends on industry-wide acceptance .

This network of tools and protocols shifts the industry’s stance. Gone are reactive takedowns in favor of proactive tracking and revenue generation. Companies hope copyright owners can claim royalties based on measurable creative influence rather than chasing lawsuits after the fact.

Still, fragmentation and limited standards threaten progress. Detection startups and platforms pilot different systems. The DNTP lacks centralized oversight. Rights holders and streamers may only adopt measures if formal governance or regulation spreads across the board.

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