Something wild has been happening on Spotify lately, and it’s got metalcore fans everywhere scratching their heads. Out of nowhere, a bunch of new tracks from well-known bands started popping up—but here’s the kicker: they’re not real. We’re talking about fake songs, likely cooked up by AI, sneaking their way into playlists under the names of popular artists like FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY, ALPHA WOLF, and LIKE MOTHS TO FLAMES. And yeah, this is as crazy as it sounds.
UPDATE: This issue is tied to a broader, coordinated effort by individuals using AI to create and distribute instrumental music that mimics well-known metalcore bands. These AI-generated tracks are being distributed through a company called Vibratech Musicians and are primarily available on Spotify.
This tactic is likely a calculated attempt to siphon off streams from the followers of these legitimate artists, thereby generating revenue for the creators of these AI tracks. This practice is highly unethical, as it not only deceives listeners but also financially harms the real artists by diverting their streaming income.
Several of these AI tracks have already been removed from Spotify, either by Spotify’s intervention or through actions taken by other distribution companies.
ALPHA WOLF straight up called out the situation with a blunt message: “This is not ALPHA WOLF, metalcore has been hacked, WE ARE WORKING ON REMOVING ASAP.”
German metalcore band CALIBAN also reacted by posting on Instagram:
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It’s all over the place—bands like NORTHLANE, ERRA, CURRENTS, and SILENT PLANET are showing up on playlists like “Conspiracy,” which, let’s be real, is aptly named. The songs have weird titles like “LET ME KISSING” and “MOZAIC,” and some even come with janky album art that makes you question your sanity.
Spotify’s AI-generated music flood isn’t some isolated incident. This has been bubbling under the surface for a while now, with fake cover bands and other shady tactics designed to milk streams and cash out on unsuspecting listeners. These tracks have zero social media presence, no tour dates, no merch—nothing but a bunch of streams and an odd sense of déjà vu.
But this latest move? Slipping AI tracks under legit artist names? That’s a whole new level of sketch. It’s not just annoying; it’s a massive middle finger to the artists who actually pour their soul into their music. Every stream these fakes get is cash stolen from the real deal. And let’s not even get into how this messes with fans who just want to support their favorite bands.
What’s even more concerning is how this could be just the beginning. As AI tech gets better, it’s only going to get harder to tell what’s real and what’s not. That’s a nightmare scenario for a platform like Spotify, which is already getting slammed for how it handles royalties. Some are even speculating that Spotify might be turning a blind eye to these scams—or worse, secretly benefiting from them.
Bottom line? It’s a mess. If you’re a fan, you might want to double-check what you’re listening to, and if you’re an artist, it’s time to raise hell until this gets sorted. In the meantime, supporting bands by buying merch and hitting up their shows is more important than ever. At least for now, AI can’t take over the stage.
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