AI-generated music used as a tool is still permitted.
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has declared that tracks completely created by artificial intelligence will not be allowed in the country’s music charts. According to the revised Code of Practice, songs that incorporate generative AI can still qualify for charting, provided that the track is predominantly crafted by human effort and does not raise any concerns regarding stream or chart manipulation. These regulations will take effect starting this Friday. Additionally, any tracks that do not meet these criteria will also be ineligible for ARIA Awards.
“The ARIA Charts will always serve as a clear reflection of the music consumed in Australia, but a chart that allows unlicensed AI creations would undermine the foundational principles of recorded music that we aim to represent,” stated ARIA CEO, Annabelle Herd. She urged all stakeholders involved in promoting music to Australian audiences, especially in radio, to uphold human artistry and adopt similar guidelines in their respective practices.
This move aligns with broader trends within the global recording industry. ARIA’s updated policies are in line with recent AI usage recommendations from the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) made in July. Furthermore, last month, a coalition of major record labels advocated for charting bodies to exclude substandard AI creations, with backing from industry giants such as Sony Music, Universal Music Group, and Warner Music Group.
