The Tidal AI Music Mistake Every Independent Artist Is Making Right Now

Tidal is officially taking a stand against fully AI-generated music by removing the financial incentive entirely. Starting July 15th, the streaming platform will identify 100% AI-generated tracks, tag them with an AI badge, and completely block them from earning royalties or collecting monetization. This massive shift marks the first time a major streaming platform has gone beyond simple labeling to actually cut off the money. In this video, we break down what Tidal’s new policy means for independent artists, how major distributors like TuneCore, CD Baby, and DistroKid are reacting, and the crucial difference between generative and assistive AI in your workflow. FREE TRAINING: Who Actually Owns Your Music in the AI Era — And What to Do About It: https://www.producelikeaboss.online/o... IP affiliate link: https://instantip.app?aff=8d7285f2761... The information, ideas, and suggestions in this video are not meant to be legal advice. Before following any suggestions within this video, you should consult your personal lawyer. The speaker shall not be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising as a consequence of your use or application of any information or suggestion in this video. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Tidal's New AI Music Policy 0:25 - Deezer and the Rise of AI Music 0:46 - How Tidal's AI Policy Works 1:34 - Generative AI vs. Assistive AI 2:40 - Streaming Platforms & AI Policies 5:17 - Free Training: Who Owns Your Songs? 6:32 - Music Distributors & AI (TuneCore, CD Baby, DistroKid) 7:50 - 3 Action Steps for Independent Artists 9:42 - Final Thoughts & Next Steps Make sure to subscribe for more music industry updates, production tips, and business strategies for independent artists. Let us know in the comments: what do you think about Tidal's decision to demonetize fully generated AI music?