Spotify is taking a stand against the flood of artificial intelligence (AI) generated music by allowing artists to vet new uploads before they go live. This 'Artist Profile Protection' feature gives creators more control over which tracks are linked to them, ensuring that only approved releases appear on their profiles.

The move comes in response to a rising problem: metadata errors and malicious impersonations have led to incorrect attributions on music streaming platforms. Sony Music has already reported the removal of 135,000 AI-generated songs mimicking its artists' names across multiple services.

While this tool is not mandatory for all artists, it offers a vital layer of defence against the misuse of an artist’s identity. With open distribution making it easier for independent musicians to release music, there are also more chances of mistakes and unauthorized uses slipping through the cracks.

Spotify highlights that artists often suffer from these errors, impacting their catalog statistics and fan engagement. Feedback over the past year has shown a clear demand for better oversight before music is associated with an artist’s name on the platform.

This feature will be available to beta testers via the 'Spotify for Artists' settings on both desktop and mobile web interfaces. Once activated, artists receive notifications when new music is delivered with their names attached, giving them a chance to approve or decline it before it goes live.