AI and Music: The Ethics of Uncompensated Training on Paid Artists' Work

"AI and Music: The Ethics of Uncompensated Training on Paid Artists’ Work" examines the ethical and legal challenges surrounding AI-generated music. As AI models increasingly train on copyrighted musical works without consent, concerns arise regarding artist compensation, intellectual property rights, and fair use. This paper explores the current stance of performing rights organizations like ASCAP, legislative efforts such as the No AI FRAUD Act, and the broader implications for the music industry. It proposes solutions such as AI training licenses, royalty funds, and attribution models to ensure ethical coexistence between AI innovation and human creativity.