LONDON — When pop groups and rock bands practice or perform, they rely on their guitars, keyboards and drumsticks to make music. Oliver McCann, a British AI music creator who goes by the stage name imoliver, fires up his chatbot.
What You Need To Know • Oliver McCann, a British AI music creator, uses AI to produce songs across various genres • Despite lacking musical talent, McCann signed with Hallwood Media after one of his tracks gained 3 million streams • The rise of AI tools like Suno and Udio has sparked debate about AI's role in music • Experts say AI is set to transform the industry, though its impact on the global music market remains unclear • AI-generated music is growing, but it faces legal challenges over copyright
McCann's songs span a range of genres, from indie-p