How AI tools are reshaping Afrobeats production – Business News Nigeria

Five men stand side by side on a stage, wearing conference lanyards and diverse outfits, with chairs and a blue backdrop behind them—discussing trends in Business News Nigeria and the impact of AI tools on Afrobeats production.

Afrobeats has gained global popularity for its lively rhythms and rich cultural heritage. However, the emergence of AI music tools has sparked concerns about whether AI can replicate the emotion of human-created Afrobeats, or if the genre must innovate to remain competitive.

At the second edition of the Music Business Conference held at Lagos Business School in Lekki, Lagos, a panel themed, “AI and Music Creation: Innovation or Imitation?” attempted to answer this question.

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