Elton John backs Paul McCartney in criticising proposed overhaul to UK copyright system
The watchdog has called for new regulations to prevent technology firms from disregarding "traditional copyright laws that safeguard artists' incomes".
John has supported suggested revisions to the data (use and access) bill, which would expand existing copyright protections, when it comes up for a vote in the House of Lords on Tuesday.
The government is currently considering major changes to copyright laws, which would mean artists would have to actively decide against allowing AI companies to use their work for training, rather than having the option to opt-in.
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McCartney warned the BBC that the proposed amendments might discourage songwriters and musicians, leading to a "loss of creativity." He explained: "You get young people, both men and women, coming up with original compositions, but they don't own the rights, and they have no control over them. Anyone can freely use them without permission."
The truth is, the funds are reaching certain individuals … Wherever they're ending up, they could be with the person who actually created Yesterday there.
He feels that "the ball is rolling to enable AI companies to disregard the traditional copyright laws that safeguard artists' income. This will provide large global tech companies with effortless and cost-free access to artists' work, enabling them to train their artificial intelligence and produce rival content. This will make it even more challenging for young artists to earn a living. The musician community strongly disputes this."
He stated that "challenging financial circumstances" and escalating touring costs have made it "more difficult than ever for new and emerging musicians to balance the financial side of the industry and maintain a fledgling career", and noted that the UK's position as a leader in arts and popular culture is under significant threat without adequate copyright protection.
The creative industries are established on rock-solid foundations, and the nation's long-term success in this field hinges entirely on it.
The government will be looking into ways to boost trust between the creative and AI industries, as well as help creators obtain permission and fair payment for the use of their work.
A government spokesperson stated: "Our intention is to provide legal clarity through a copyright framework that offers content creators genuine authority and openness, making it easier for them to license their material."
We would very much like to hear the opinions of the music industry on these suggestions, and we will not proceed with any changes unless we are completely certain that they will provide a clear, well-controlled, and transparent system for musicians and the music industry, as well as fair access to data for developers of AI technology.
Sir Paul McCartney said: "We, the public, are the ones being protected by those in power. It's your duty to safeguard our rights, including those of imaginative individuals and artistic professionals, as they haven't got a voice of their own."
Separating John Lennon's vocals from a home demo recorded in 1977.
“Unauthorised use of creative work for training artificial intelligence is a serious injustice to the individuals responsible for that work and must not be allowed to occur.”
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