First, a disclaimer -- I have absolutely no idea who the Spring Jam headliner is. Anything you are about to read is pure speculation. I also love music from every genre, except like ninety percent of country, and more than anything, I love concerts. You’ll have more friendly and casual conversations at concerts than anywhere else because, on the most important topic that would be on your mind at the time, everyone in the crowd is connected on some level. You all love the artist, and you all love the music. Moral of the story: music is awesome.And now that the obvious is out of the way, here’s what I predict:
Genre Option 1: CountryI hate country. There I said it, with the exception being any country song featuring Jimmy Buffett, because he is like the John Wayne of the music industry. However, I would kill for the headliner for Spring Jam to be a country artist for several awesome reasons:
1. Besides a heap of people standing on a porch screaming a mixture of Born in the USA, Brown Eyed Girl, and Don’t Stop Believing, nothing ushers in warm weather like country music blaring outdoors, and I really want warm weather right about now.2. Daisy Dukes.
You get the point. There is a con with country though. It’s not the same indoors. And since the concert is going to be in Mariucci, it’ll really bring down the atmosphere. But who am I kidding? Bring on Zach Brown Band, and let’s all have a good time.
Genre Option 2: EDM/Dance/HouseIf I can’t get country, give me electronic. I hear those scoffs you’re giving and respond as such -- go on YouTube right now and search Tomorrowland Aftermovie. Now, imagine that with a thousand of your closest friends, craziness ensues, and a good time is had by all. I want Avicii.
Genre Option 3: PopPray that it’s not a pop concert. Not that there aren’t any good pop acts out there. There are, but those acts cost way more than the school can throw at them. Therefore we get stuck with a person that at best we know three or four songs of, which makes for a terrible concert. Which really goes for any genre, but I’d rather listen to a country or electric artist that I didn’t know than some sappy pop act. Same logic applies to rap and hip-hop.
Genre Option 4: Everything ElseI’m a punk and metal fan deep at heart, and while I love head banging in the front row passing crowd surfers up, I’m going to assume that the vast majority of you don’t share that enthusiasm. Any good concert relies on a good crowd. If the crowd is disengaged, then the concert is going to be less than spectacular, and I can guarantee that.
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The Illusion of Creativity
AI-generated music is often marketed as “artistic” or “educational.” But what does it really teach?
- That style can be replicated without understanding.
- That emotion can be simulated without feeling.
- That effort can be bypassed with a prompt.
For young creators, this sets a dangerous precedent. Why learn to play guitar when an algorithm can do it faster? Why study harmony when AI can generate chord progressions in seconds? The risk isn’t just laziness — it’s the loss of depth, discipline, and the tactile joy of creation.
I have listened to several AI-generated music covers. My initial reaction was one of considerable impressiveness, particularly regarding the reimagining of classic pop hits in diverse genres with novel arrangements. Here is one good example a-ha — Take On Me
However, after engaging with several such Ai generated song covers, a sense of emotional detachment emerged, attributable to the perceived absence of human artistry and genuine sentiment, resulting in a technically flawless yet ultimately soulless auditory experience.
Copyright in Crisis
What does the copyright law say about AI generated music, especially in field of music covers. Who is liable for copyright in this case, AI developers, people who used AI to generate music or people who published it on music platforms?
Recent lawsuits show that the music industry is pushing back hard:
- Universal, Sony, and Warner sued AI music platforms Suno and Udio in 2024 for allegedly training their models on copyrighted songs without permission Ars Technica The Lyon Firm.
- They’re seeking up to $150,000 per infringed song, arguing that the AI outputs resemble famous tracks and voices (e.g., Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson).
- These lawsuits target the developers of the AI tools — but they raise broader questions:The legal gray area is training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use Sites at USC.
But who’s liable?
Role | Legal Risk | Why |
AI Developers | ✅ High | For training on copyrighted material without licenses. |
Users | ⚠️ Moderate | If they intentionally recreate protected works. |
Publishers/Platforms | ✅ High | For distributing infringing content. |
The grey area lies in training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use. Meanwhile, AI-generated works themselves aren’t eligible for copyright unless a human provides substantial creative input — leaving them in legal limbo.
The Educational Mirage
Some argue that AI music helps people learn genres, production styles, or vocal techniques. But this “education” often lacks context. It’s like learning to paint by watching a printer — technically impressive, but creatively hollow.
True musical education involves:
- Struggle and iteration: Learning through mistakes.
- Emotional connection: Expressing what words can’t.
- Cultural lineage: Understanding the roots of sound.
AI shortcuts bypass all of this. And in doing so, they risk flattening the rich terrain of human creativity into a sterile landscape of algorithmic mimicry.
Why This Fight Matters
This isn’t just about music. It’s about the future of art, storytelling, and human expression. If we allow machines to dominate creative spaces, we risk turning culture into content — optimized, monetized, and devoid of soul.
We must ask: Do we want a world where art is made by machines, or one where machines help humans make better art?
5 Key Takeaways
- AI-generated music blurs the line between innovation and erosion in the creative arts
- AI-generated music raises questions about copyright, culture, education, and artistic expression
- AI-generated music can replicate style without understanding, simulate emotion without feeling, and bypass effort with a prompt
- AI-generated music sets a dangerous precedent for young creators by potentially leading to a loss of depth, discipline, and joy of creation
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