New Streaming Service Klay Combines AI Technology with Major Labels’ Music Libraries
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Major Labels Team Up on New AI Streamer Where Users Slop-ify Songs, Report Says
A new music streaming service, reportedly called “Klay,” is set to debut, according to a report by Bloomberg. The service has gained the cooperation of all three major record labels: Warner Music Group, Universal Music Group, and Sony Music.
The innovative feature that sets Klay apart from its competitors is the inclusion of generative AI technology. This technology will allow users to “remake” songs in different styles, a functionality that bears resemblance to Spotify. However, unlike other music streaming platforms, Klay’s AI capabilities will enable users to manipulate and modify existing tracks in various ways.
The labels have reportedly licensed thousands of hit songs for the purpose of training their AI model. This raises questions about the ownership rights of artists involved and how these licensed tracks will be used in the new service.
It remains unclear how exactly Klay’s technology works, but it is expected to provide a platform where users can rework existing music into something entirely new. It is also anticipated that users will be able to type in specific instructions for the AI system to create a new version of their favorite song.
This development comes as no surprise considering the growing trend of generative AI technologies being used in the music industry. In recent times, we have seen various AI-powered projects such as AI-generated music and AI-produced tracks gaining popularity.
Klay has a website where users can sign up for a waitlist, but details about the service are still scarce. The company’s slogan is “Music set free,” which suggests that their platform will be all about creative freedom and experimentation with existing songs.
In other news, Warner Music Group has settled a lawsuit against AI music generation company Udio and is preparing to collaborate on a song creation platform. This development seems to contradict the notion of Klay being an entirely separate venture from any previous collaborations.
Source: gizmodo.com
