Industry Aug 6, 2026
AFEM Backs Call for Artist Consent in AI Music Deals
In short
AFEM has signed the EMMA-led joint industry statement calling for artists and songwriters to retain meaningful consent, control, transparency and fair compensation in AI music deals.
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AFEM
AFEM has officially endorsed a significant industry-wide statement, spearheaded by EMMA, advocating for artists and songwriters to maintain substantial control over their involvement in AI music agreements. The statement emphasizes the necessity of meaningful consent, operational control, transparent dealings, and equitable remuneration for creators in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence within the music sector. Originally reported by AFEM.