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Spotify Removes AI Singles from Deceased Jazz Artists’ Profiles

8/31/2026

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Spotify, YouTube and Amazon Music added AI-generated singles to deceased jazz artists’ profiles in 2026.
The Criss tracks “Tell me why” and “but a heartache” were copyrighted to Ami bacuk and featured anime artwork.
On April 3, 2026, Ami bacuk released Jimmie Noone AI singles including “You Have Hurt Him” and “He’s still there.”
Spotify removed the Ami bacuk releases and announced an optional “Artist Profile Protection” service.

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Story summary

Spotify, YouTube and Amazon Music added AI-generated singles to deceased jazz artists’ profiles in 2026.
The Criss tracks “Tell me why” and “but a heartache” were copyrighted to Ami bacuk and featured anime artwork.
On April 3, 2026, Ami bacuk released Jimmie Noone AI singles including “You Have Hurt Him” and “He’s still there.”
Spotify removed the Ami bacuk releases and announced an optional “Artist Profile Protection” service.