AI Music Boom Cuts Songwriter Royalties; Rights Holders Urged to Verify and Claim

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Following the June 2026 launch of AI music tools such as SoundWave AI and BeatCraft, registered songwriters reportedly saw royalty payouts fall 27% in the second quarter of 2026. A guide for composers and publishers outlines how copyright applies to AI-generated work: purely autonomous output is not protected under a September 2026 U.S. Copyright Office ruling, while human-guided creation can qualify if the human contribution is original. The advice centers on documenting each creative decision and performing clearance checks before release. The guide also includes sample code for tracking plays across streaming platforms and comparing audio fingerprints to flag possible AI-generated matches. It recommends registering works with performing rights organizations before producing any AI-based versions.

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