I think there is a fundamental difference between taping music and using it to create a generative "AI". Artists benefit when their music is more widely distributed (even at a loss) as it provides a larger audience for their merchandise and concerts (which helps them make money). In contrast, a generative AI model gives absolutely nothing back to the artist, and it never will. If artists aren't properly compensated for their work, at some point they will be unable to afford to produce new content. Personally, I want to support the artists that create things I like. Moreove, I think supporting artists is the ethical thing to do in this situation.
