Grimes Releases New Song ‘Artificial Angels’ and Sparks the AI in Music Debate
Grimes has dropped her brand-new single Artificial Angels, and it’s already making waves for more than just its futuristic sound. The track sees the experimental pop icon step directly into the ongoing conversation about AI in music, blurring the line between human creativity and machine-made soundscapes.
Musically, Artificial Angels is classic Grimes: glitchy, spacey, and layered with sharp electronic textures. But what’s really turning heads is her restrained use of artificial intelligence. Grimes revealed she only used two AI-generated vocal samples — one at the beginning and one at the end of the track. The rest? Pure Grimes production and vocals.
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It’s a clever move that doubles as commentary. While the music industry grapples with AI-generated tracks, deepfakes, and questions about authenticity, Grimes positions herself right at the centre of the storm — embracing the tech, but on her own terms.
Artificial Angels sees Grimes not just dropping another futuristic banger. She’s reminding fans and critics alike that the question isn’t whether AI belongs in music, but how artists choose to wield it.