Industry Jun 21, 2026

SZA, Kenneth Blume Decry Use of Their Songs in AI Training Data Sets

“I can’t imagine being proud to earn a paycheck obliterating the work and dreams of artists”

Originally published by Pitchfork
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SZA, Kenneth Blume Decry Use of Their Songs in AI Training Data Sets
  • Artists SZA and Kenneth Blume have spoken out against the use of their songs in artificial intelligence training data sets.
  • Both artists expressed dismay over their work being used in this manner, with Blume stating he cannot imagine being proud of earning money by destroying the work and dreams of artists.

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SZA Kenneth Blume