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Student Reporter, Apr 24, 2025, 11:02 AM IST
The sound of the future: AI composing the next big hit {AI generated Image}
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the Indian music industry, completely reshaping the traditional form of music making, distribution, and income generation. AI is streamlining music production procedures from Bollywood musicians to independent artists, raising serious questions about musicians’ proprietorship and ownership rights.
AI’s role in transforming music production in India
In the past, music composition in India required a keen knowledge of melodies, rhythms, and instrumental techniques. But now musicians like Akaash Dutta can create music with the help of AI software. “It has become very easy for us to work as musicians even when we cannot afford studios with high rentals or better-quality productions”, stated Akaash Dutta. AI sites enable users to create music with a few clicks, making it quicker and more accessible to everyone, including individuals without musical knowledge.
Both independent and Bollywood artists are using AI to increase their production strength. With the help of AI, they can propose chord progressions, create background scores, and even complete musical arrangements. In addition to that, AI is revolutionizing the production of music. Mixing and mastering, which previously depended on costly studio time, is now more accessible, and as mentioned before, using AI enables a lot more scope for introducing music in new ways, opined Dutta.
AI and artist rights
The growth of AI for music production presents monumental ethical and legal issues, with regard to artist’s rights. One of the most concerning points is using AI to duplicate an artist’s voice. A legendary performer’s voice can be imitated using this technology to record new songs.
The idea of hearing new songs by legendary singers like Lata Mangeshkar or Kishore Kumar, though they never sang them, stirs controversy. “From a legal standpoint, using AI to recreate the voices of deceased singers without permission from their legal heirs or estate could violate posthumous publicity rights,” said Meghabarna Bhattacharya, a lawyer and legal expert on copyright. While some view this as a means of keeping legendary voices alive, others fear misuse. India currently lacks specific laws addressing AI-generated content in music. She added that the Copyright Act of 1957 protected original musical works but does not explicitly cover AI-generated compositions or deepfake voices.
AI: Source of income in music
AI challenges professional musicians and opens new avenues for everyday music enthusiasts. Platforms like LANDR and Izotope Ozone enable anyone to create and share music, regardless of their musical background.
This trend is producing a rise in solo AI-based artists, “AI-based marketing tools also help independent artists target the right audiences, improving their visibility on streaming platforms. This allows fresh talent to shine alongside mainstream Bollywood productions,” says Dutta. AI music is taking up this demand, enabling non-musicians to profit from a domain they might never have thought of professionally.
Regional and folk artists are also being helped by AI software, which allows artists in small towns to produce sound recordings without spending large amounts for recording studios. AI can analyze intricate ragas and suggest new ways of blending them with modern styles. Folk music is also being digitized and experimented with through AI-based production, making it more accessible to newer generations, mentioned Dutta. However, the ease of music creation using AI has opened concerns over market saturation. AI has become a doorway to the music industry, with opportunities that were not accessible before.
The balance between AI and the future of Indian music
AI is transforming Indian music, making production more easier and more accessible , while unlocking opportunities and challenges. At the same time, it brings important conversation about artists rights and the responsible use of voice cloning, especially of well-known artists. While some worry about ethical concerns, others see AI as a powerful tool for innovation, enabling new forms of musical expression and collaboration. “I see it being helpful as long as people are not entirely dependent on an AI to make a song or music. To implement it for an enhanced listening experience, I think that is alright,” says Aishik Gupta, an avid music fan. The Indian music industry must balance embracing innovation and protecting creativity. Artists, producers, and lawmakers must collaborate to tackle these challenges responsibly.
Written by Debarpita Mandal, School of Communication and Media Studies, St Joseph’s University, Bengaluru
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