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Hallwood Media has signed a record deal with Telisha “Nikki” Jones, the lyricist behind AI‑generated R&B act Xania Monet. The agreement reportedly includes a multi‑million dollar offer. Monet’s music, vocals, and visual persona are created using the AI music generator Suno, raising questions about copyright eligibility. Experts note that only human‑written elements, such as Jones’s lyrics, may qualify for protection, while the AI‑produced composition and sound recording lack clear copyright status. No registrations for the works appear in the U.S. Copyright Office database, and industry leaders warn of legal and commercial risks. Ler mais

Poet Telisha “Nikki” Jones, operating under the AI‑created persona Xania Monet, has signed a reported $3 million record deal with Hallwood Media. Using the Suno AI tool, Jones transforms her poetry into fully produced songs that have climbed charts and amassed nearly ten million U.S. streams. While the project showcases the commercial potential of AI‑generated music, industry observers warn that such deals could sideline human musicians, alter live‑performance expectations, and prompt ethical debates about authenticity in the music business. Ler mais