Posted 3/22/2024, 9:50:17 AM
Tennessee passes ELVIS Act to protect musicians from unauthorized AI voice impersonation
- Tennessee becomes first state to protect musicians against unauthorized AI impersonation with new "ELVIS Act"
- Law prohibits using AI to mimic an artist's voice without permission, updates state's right of publicity law
- Signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee with country stars Luke Bryan and Chris Janson present
- Comes as TN known as musical powerhouse state and hub for music industry jobs and venues
- Follows high-profile cases of AI-generated songs impersonating Drake, The Weeknd and others without artist consent