AI music labels reduces engagement — even when it's actually human-made

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Summary

A study by Wu and Holmes with 399 U.S. participants found that songs labeled as AI-generated received 23% lower emotional resonance ratings and 19% less listening time, despite most listeners being unable to accurately distinguish AI from human-made music.

Wu and Holmes conducted two preregistered studies involving 399 U.S. participants, finding that tracks labeled as AI-generated received 23% lower emotional resonance ratings from listeners, were played for 19% less time, and were saved and replayed less frequently. Moreover, the majority of participants were unable to accurately identify which songs were genuinely generated by AI. Those interested may want to read this study: [https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41235-026-00715-z](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41235-026-00715-z)
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