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In this week’s issue:

• 🥩 Kanye West Appears to Side with Kendrick Lamar

• 🤓 Trivia: Which type of EQ filter would you use to remove low frequency rumble from a sound?

• 🤷🏽‍♀️ Metro Boomin Addresses Rumors of Drake and Future Beef Over Woman

• 🤖 Roland & Universal Music Group Release Joint Manifesto on AI Music Creation

• 👨🏽‍🏫 Spotify Dives into E-Learning with Video Courses

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Kanye West Appears to Side with Kendrick Lamar Amidst Drake Feud

The What: Kanye West seemingly takes sides in the ongoing feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake & J. Cole, posting an Apple Music screenshot of his collaboration with Kendrick on "No More Parties In LA" with this whole beef growing.

Tell Me More: The move sparked fan speculation, with many interpreting Kanye's post as him siding with Kendrick over his competitors, drawing comparisons to the Avengers and Thanos in the Marvel universe. Others have speculated that the post also addresses the Diddy situation.

Say Word: This feud adds another layer to Kanye's history with Drake, marked by accusations and confrontations, while J. Cole previously criticized Kanye's fall from grace in his song "False Prophets."

Final Verdict: As tensions escalate, listeners are left to ponder the implications of these rap beefs, which often blur the lines between artistry, competition, and personal vendettas in the music industry.

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Metro Boomin Addresses Rumors of Drake and Future Beef Over Woman

Metro Boomin recently responded to swirling rumors alleging a rift between Drake and Future over a woman, urging fans to focus on the music rather than fabrications. Speculation arose after the release of their collaborative album, "We Don't Trust You," featuring verses that seemed directed at Drake and J. Cole, including Future's lines hinting at tension over a woman. Future's verse, "You a **** No. 1 fan, dog/ Sneak dissin’, I don’t understand, dog/ Pillow talkin’, actin’ like a fed, dog/ I don’t need another fake friend, dog/ Can’t be ’bout a he, ’cause we sharin’, dog/ In your feelings, ****, why you playin’, dog?" sparked speculation of a personal feud.

Roland & Universal Music Group Release Joint Manifesto on AI Music Creation Principles

In a groundbreaking partnership, Roland and Universal Music Group (UMG) have released a collaborative manifesto titled "Principles for Music Creation with AI," outlining their shared values regarding artificial intelligence in music production. The manifesto emphasizes the importance of respecting human creativity while leveraging AI to enhance musical expression responsibly. Additionally, the two entities plan to advocate for these principles across the music industry and collaborate on a research and development hub to explore methods for identifying music ownership and integrating Roland products into UMG-owned production facilities. This initiative comes amidst ongoing discussions in the music industry about the role of AI in creativity, with efforts like the Human Artistry Campaign addressing issues of ownership and transparency.

The core Principles for Music Creation with AI are as follows:

• We believe music is central to humanity.

• We believe humanity and music are inseparable.

• We believe that technology has long supported human artistic expression, and applied sustainably, AI will amplify human creativity.

• We believe that human-created works must be respected and protected.

• We believe that transparency is essential to responsible and trustworthy AI.

• We believe the perspectives of music artists, songwriters, and other creators must be sought after and respected.

• We are proud to help bring music to life.

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Spotify Dives into E-Learning with Video Courses from BBC and Skillshare

Spotify is expanding its services into the realm of online education with the introduction of video courses, initially launched in the U.K. These courses cover a wide array of topics, including music production and Excel skills, and are offered in collaboration with partners like the BBC and Skillshare. Priced between £20 to £80, with some lessons available for free, the courses aim to provide users with valuable learning experiences while leveraging Spotify's extensive user base and data insights to curate relevant content. This move underscores Spotify's efforts to diversify its offerings beyond music streaming and podcasts, tapping into the growing demand for digital learning resources.

Continuing its strategic expansion, Spotify aims to capitalize on the popularity of educational podcasts among its users, with approximately half of Spotify Premium subscribers having engaged with such content. By integrating educational video courses into its platform, Spotify seeks to enhance user engagement and offer new avenues for creators to monetize their expertise. Additionally, this initiative aligns with Spotify's long-term vision of becoming a multifaceted entertainment hub, incorporating various forms of content to cater to diverse user interests and preferences.

Trivia Results

Check out the answer to last week’s trivia question.

Why did the creators of FruityLoops change the name to FL Studio?

Answer: To avoid legal challenges from Kelloggs over the trademark

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