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As over a third of new tracks uploaded to streaming platforms are now AI-generated, the music industry faces urgent questions about authenticity, fair remuneration, and transparency amidst rapid technological proliferation.
If you’ve listened to new music recently and felt it lacked something human, the data suggest you were not alone. According to TechRadar, Deezer’s internal research shows that 34% of all new music uploaded to the streaming service is now fully AI-generated, amounting to more than 50,000 AI-made tracks being uploaded every day. Deezer also commissioned blind listening tests showing that 97% of listeners “can’t tell the difference” between fully AI-generated tracks and human-made music. [1][2]
Despite the torrent of uploads, AI-originated tracks still make up only a sliver of actual listening: Deezer reports fully AI-generated songs account for roughly 0.5% of total streams, suggesting listeners continue to favour human-made music even when they cannot reliably identify its origin. Industry data released earlier in 2025 indicated a rapid acceleration in AI uploads, from 10% in January to 18% in April, and now to the mid-30s, highlighting how quickly synthetic production is scaling. [1][5]
The practical reason for the flood is simple: AI tools have lowered barriers to production. Apps such as Suno and other generative systems allow users with minimal musical training to create finished tracks from prompts and a few clicks, removing the need for bands, studios or traditional production pipelines. That ease of use helps explain why volume has outpaced listener share. [1][2]
The Deezer–Ipsos survey that underpins many of the headlines adds further nuance on public sentiment. According to Deezer’s newsroom and coverage in NME, Hotpress and Headphonesty, while 55–71% of respondents expressed curiosity or surprise about AI music, a substantial majority, around 80%, said AI-generated music should be clearly labelled on streaming platforms. The survey also found that 70% of people worry about AI’s effect on artists’ livelihoods and a majority think payouts for fully synthetic tracks should be lower than for human-made music. [4][3][6][7]
Artists and commentators have responded with alarm. The Verge, cited by TechRadar, reported musicians describing the current wave of low-effort, mass-produced AI output as “Completely unacceptable,” and warning that unregulated proliferation could depress revenues and dilute artistic standards. Deezer says it is rolling out detection tools to tag AI-generated tracks and to filter fraudulent streaming activity linked to mass-produced songs, an early attempt to prevent platforms from being overwhelmed by cheaply produced content. [1]
The debate now centres on three practical questions: transparency, remuneration and training data. According to Deezer’s statements, listeners overwhelmingly want clear labelling; many respondents and artists demand lower payouts for fully synthetic works; and there remains unresolved concern over AI models trained on copyrighted music without consent. These tensions suggest policy and platform rules will need to evolve fast if the industry is to protect creators while adapting to new production technologies. [4][1]
For now, AI music is shifting from novelty to background: large volumes are being uploaded, most listeners cannot tell the difference, yet human-made music still attracts the lion’s share of streams. The result is an industry grappling with how to define authenticity, allocate revenue and enforce transparency as generative tools continue to spread. [1][5][4]
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The draft above was created using the information available at the time the story first
emerged. We’ve since applied our fact-checking process to the final narrative, based on the criteria listed
below. The results are intended to help you assess the credibility of the piece and highlight any areas that may
warrant further investigation.
Freshness check
Score:
8
Notes:
The narrative presents recent data from Deezer, with the latest figures from September 2025 indicating that 28% of all music delivered to the platform is fully AI-generated. ([newsroom-deezer.com](https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/09/28-fully-ai-generated-music/?utm_source=openai)) The claim that 30% of new music is AI-generated is slightly higher than this figure, but within a reasonable margin of error. The article also references a November 2025 survey revealing that 97% of listeners can’t distinguish between AI-generated and human-made music. ([newsroom-deezer.com](https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/11/deezer-ipsos-survey-97-of-people-cant-tell-the-difference-between-fully-ai-generated-and-human-made-music-clear-desire-for-transparency-and-fairness-for-artists/?utm_source=openai)) The narrative appears to be based on recent press releases and surveys, which typically warrant a high freshness score. However, the slight discrepancy in the percentage of AI-generated music (30% vs. 28%) should be noted. Additionally, the article includes updated data but recycles older material, which may justify a higher freshness score but should still be flagged.
Quotes check
Score:
9
Notes:
The direct quotes from Deezer’s Chief Innovation Officer, Aurelien Herault, and CEO, Alexis Lanternier, are consistent with statements made in Deezer’s press releases from April and September 2025. ([newsroom-deezer.com](https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/04/deezer-reveals-18-of-all-new-music-uploaded-to-streaming-is-fully-ai-generated/?utm_source=openai)) No significant variations in wording were found, indicating that the quotes are accurately reproduced.
Source reliability
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative originates from TechRadar, a reputable technology news outlet known for its in-depth reporting and analysis. The data cited in the article is sourced from Deezer’s official press releases and a survey conducted by Ipsos, a well-established market research firm. This combination of reputable sources enhances the reliability of the information presented.
Plausability check
Score:
9
Notes:
The claims regarding the rise of AI-generated music on Deezer are plausible and align with industry trends. Deezer’s AI music detection tool, introduced earlier in 2025, has been tracking the increase in AI-generated content. ([newsroom-deezer.com](https://newsroom-deezer.com/2025/04/deezer-reveals-18-of-all-new-music-uploaded-to-streaming-is-fully-ai-generated/?utm_source=openai)) The survey results indicating that 97% of listeners cannot distinguish between AI-generated and human-made music are consistent with findings from other studies on AI’s impact on the music industry. The narrative’s tone and language are consistent with typical reporting on technological advancements in the music industry.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative presents recent and accurate data on the rise of AI-generated music on Deezer, supported by reputable sources and consistent with industry trends. The slight discrepancy in the percentage of AI-generated music (30% vs. 28%) is minor and does not significantly impact the overall credibility of the report. The quotes are accurately reproduced, and the source reliability is high. Therefore, the overall assessment is a PASS with high confidence.
