Mikey Shulman, co-founder and CEO of Suno, has provided insights into the company’s AI technology and its implications for the music industry. Suno has established a partnership with Warner Music Group, while ongoing litigation with other major record labels continues. Shulman emphasized that Suno’s software serves as a tool for advancing music, facilitating the discovery of new artists and genres.
During the discussion, Shulman addressed the topic of copyright, stating that Suno trains its models on medium- and high-quality music available on the open internet. However, he refrained from providing specifics due to active legal matters and trade secrets.
Shulman described the subjective nature of music creation, noting that while some may dismiss certain works as ‘slop,’ others may find value in them. He also suggested that Suno allows musicians to streamline their creative processes, although he acknowledged that mastering the craft of music still requires significant dedication, as proposed by Malcolm Gladwell’s concept of 10,000 hours of practice.