IFPI's global study finds we're listening to more music in more ways than everIFPI's Engaging with Music 2023 report: the largest music study of its kindTime spent listening to music increases to 20.7 hours per weekFans use an average of seven different methods to engage with musicOFFICIAL PRESS RELEASENEWS PROVIDED BY IFPI IFPI, representing the recording industry worldwide, today released Engaging with Music 2023, its global report examining how people around the world engage with and feel about music. Based on the responses of more than 43,000 people across 26 countries, the report is the largest music study of its kind. Highlights of the 2023 report's findings include:
• We're engaging with music via more methods. • There is high awareness of AI among music fans, but almost all think human creativity must be respected. • The audio streaming market continues to grow, led by subscription audio • Pop is still the most popular genre in the world, with people identifying over 700 genres they typically listen to. Local genres are more and more in demand. • Music is hugely important for our mental health and well-being. • Unlicensed music is still a significant issue.
"However, the use of unlicensed music remains a significant issue for the music community, especially as technologies continue to evolve. We need to continue to do everything in our power to support and protect the value of music." As trailed recently, for the first time, this year the report includes a section dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) as generative AI technology's rapid advancement continues to present both opportunities and challenges for the music community and artists. What is clear is that fans deeply value authenticity – nearly eight-in-ten music fans (79%) feel human creativity remains essential to the creation of music. For fans aware of generative AI's ability to take and copy existing artists' repertoire, authorisation for the use of any artist's music is seen as absolutely non-negotiable: 76% feel that an artist's music or vocals should not be used or ingested by AI without permission. Further, 74% agree that AI should not be used to clone or impersonate artists without authorisation. The vast majority of fans also support the need for transparency, as 73% agree that an AI system should clearly list any music that it has used. Download full report here: https://
Source IFPI
December 11, 2023 3:00am ET by Pressparty |