British musicians release silent album to protest AI use of their work

With contributions from artists including Kate Bush, Annie Lennox, Cat Stevens and Damon Albarn, the album was released Tuesday to protest proposed British changes to artificial intelligence laws that artists fear will erode their creative control.

Feb 26, 2025 - 13:00
British musicians release silent album to protest AI use of their work
Yusuf Islam, known during his early musical career by his stage name Cat Stevens, performs during Glastonbury Festival in Worthy Farm, Somerset, England on June 25, 2023.

With contributions from artists including Kate Bush, Annie Lennox, Cat Stevens and Damon Albarn, the album was released Tuesday to protest proposed British changes to artificial intelligence laws that artists fear will erode their creative control.