AI rapper FN Meka dropped by Capitol Records following backlash over racial stereotypes

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AI rapper FN Meka dropped by Capitol Records following backlash over racial stereotypes
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In a statement, Capitol Records wrote, 'we offer our deepest apologies to the Black community for our insensitivity in signing this project.'

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Capitol Records is home to such artists as Coldplay, Sam Smith, Katy Perry and Halsey. It is owned by the industry-leading Universal Music Group.Meka was co-created by Anthony Martini and Brandon Le, who together founded the “virtual record label” Factory New. The company uses artificial intelligence to study popular music and create songs, while also using augmented reality to create content for Meka’s TikTok.

“Police brutality,” the caption read. “What should I do?!?! This guard keeps beating me w/ his baton because I won’t snitch. I ain’t no rat. Life in prison is so depressing... I wish i could get out so I could start making [fire] music again.”

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