At this year’s World Economic Forum in Davos, will.i.am used a CNBC interview to lay out how he thinks artificial intelligence, streaming and live shows are reshaping the business that made him a star. The Black Eyed Peas founder, who now teaches a course on personal AI at Arizona State University in collaboration with Eduify, said the current wave of AI generated tracks is only an early stage. “AI slop, this is the worst it is ever going to be right now,” he told CNBC, addi

As the music industry charts a new course in 2026, Billboard's editorial team sat down for a roundtable discussion reflecting on the most pivotal moments of 2025 and outlining the narratives likely to shape the year ahead. From historic lawsuits to tech breakthroughs, their predictions paint a landscape defined by rapid change, legal tension, and evolving creative control. Island Records Reemerges as a Powerhouse Label performance in 2025 saw both legacy imprints and newer p

For years, music producers and audio engineers have joked about the day artificial intelligence would be able to hear a record and tell them how to mix it better. In a recent episode of a new series called Learn With Firm, that idea moved closer to reality. The host, a hobbyist producer and audio enthusiast, tested Gemini’s ability to analyze full audio files and offer detailed mixing and mastering advice. What he discovered was not a replacement for human engineers, but some

Timbaland, the legendary producer who has crafted hits for decades, continues to redefine his career and the music industry by embracing...

In an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping every creative industry, hip-hop stands at a unique crossroads. At the center of...

As streaming giant Spotify embraces the era of artificial intelligence (AI), a stark divide is emerging between those who see the...

In a groundbreaking move to bridge the gap between human expression and digital music production, Imitone is revolutionizing the way...

At The Wave , we understand how crucial storytelling is for artists, producers, and music managers striving to make their mark. In...

Universal Music Group’s (UMG) latest venture into AI, in partnership with SoundLabs, represents a major shift in how music may be created...

Artificial intelligence continues to weave its way into music, prompting conversations about how far technology should go in the creative...

In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI-generated music, music-tech firm MatchTune has announced a significant breakthrough. They claim...

In a move aimed at protecting music creators' rights in the age of artificial intelligence, SoundExchange is developing a global AI...

Photo Credit: EMMA MCINTYRE/GETTY IMAGES FOR SIRIUSXM Musician and tech entrepreneur will.i.am has unveiled his latest...

In a case that highlights the evolving challenges of the digital music era, a North Carolina man has been arrested and charged with using...

Photo Credit: Eric Bellinger Grammy-winning R&B artist Eric Bellinger is not shying away from the AI revolution in music. Instead, he's...

Lupe Fiasco & Google's TextFX: Hip Hop's AI-Powered Lyrical Revolution? Is artificial intelligence the future of hip hop? Grammy-winning...

In a recent YouTube video, musician and YouTuber Trey Xavier explores the potential of AI in music, focusing on Ace Studio, a tool that...