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Canadian musicians facing multi-front squeeze from AI, streaming and venue closures
New research shows Canadian musicians are feeling increasingly hostile toward the tech industry and advances like generative AI, which they say are devaluing art and making it harder to gain listeners and earn money from music.
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A University of Alberta study surveyed 263 working Canadian musicians and found growing hostility toward the tech industry and generative‑AI advances. Respondents said AI tools are devaluing their art, making it more difficult to attract listeners and earn income from their music. The research highlights how these technological pressures compound existing challenges for musicians in Canada.
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