Jimmy Page and Brian May are concerned about the negative impact of AI on art and artists, fearing that it will strip music of its soul and reduce it to emotionless, machine-generated content.
Brian May has criticized AI’s presence in the music industry and supported efforts to raise awareness about its detrimental effects on artists, particularly in relation to AI copyright proposals.
May expressed concern that the battle against AI exploiting musicians may already be lost, stating, “My fear is that it’s already too late.”
Jimmy Page emphasized the importance of human creativity and collaboration in music, highlighting the unique journey from session work to becoming a legendary guitarist that AI cannot replicate.
Page criticized AI-generated music as “hollow echoes” lacking the struggles, triumphs, and soul of true artistry, advocating for stronger protections for musicians and fair compensation for their work.
