Bandcamp has declared a ban on music and audio created by artificial intelligence, reinforcing its commitment to human creativity within the metal genre.

In a statement Link, Bandcamp reiterates its longstanding mission to support artists through direct fan connection, asserting that music is a part of a human dialogue predating written language.

The policy forbids AI-reliant uploads and impersonations, while reserving the right to remove suspected AI-generated music, even without conclusive evidence.

Bandcamp emphasizes its goal of ensuring artists can make and earn from authentic music, amidst ongoing debates about AI's role in creativity, authorship, and labor within the music industry.