Martina

Sienna Rose. An up-and-coming, neo-soul singer whose track Into the Blue has gone viral on social media and landed a spot in Spotify’s Viral Top 50. One of many success stories, one might say…so what’s the catch? The available evidence suggests that Sienna Rose is likely an AI-generated “artist,” one among an increasingly alarming number of such “musicians.” This article explores the growing debate around AI singers and their implications. How far can the trend with AI artists go? Let’s explore together.

Although YouTube has become a major revenue channel for creators, many independent artists still underutilize its full monetization potential. Some rely solely on ad revenue, others overlook YouTube Music payouts altogether, and many never activate fan-powered features such as Super Chat and channel memberships. The result? Confirmed revenue streams are left on the table. This guide breaks down everything you need to know to maximize your YouTube Music revenue, whether you’re just getting started or looking to optimize an existing channel. Let’s dive in!

As 2026 begins, Spotify for Artists is rolling out two subtle but meaningful updates to improve usability and navigation for both individual artists and multi-artist teams. Here’s what’s new.

One of YouTube’s main goals for 2026 is to manage AI slop. At least, that’s what YouTube CEO Neal Mohan highlighted in his annual letter. Learn more about this and other key concerns for the platform in 2026 – such as increased AI transparency, changes in creator monetization, and new tools for content creators – in the article.