DistroKid has confirmed that it is removing certain songs in response to a lawsuit filed by Universal Music Group (UMG), which claims the platform has facilitated unauthorized AI-generated content. Many artists have reported that their music was taken down without prior notice, leading to significant frustration over the lack of communication from DistroKid regarding the removals.
Musicians like McGwire and King Chase have shared their experiences of having tracks removed, often without explanation, despite having proper licenses for their work. DistroKid's VP of Artist Services acknowledged the situation and expressed regret for the disruption caused to affected artists.