The problem with Suno and AI music

AI-generated music is suddenly everywhere. On social media, music streaming services, and elsewhere, stuff made on Suno is becoming unavoidable. The Verge's Terrence O'Brien joins David to talk about where Suno came from, whether it can truly change the way we create and consume music, and how we can and should respond to AI music. We also have some thoughts on whether these songs might someday be bangers.

Further reading:

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• New York becomes the first state to enact a data center moratorium | The Verge
  

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  Nobody wants to tell me why they only listen to their own Suno slop
  

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  Suno’s upgraded AI music generator is technically impressive, but still soulless

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