Viral band finds itself at the centre of AI claims and hoaxes

The Velvet Sundown, a band with tracks garnering hundreds of thousands of plays on Spotify, has sparked speculation that it may be AI-generated, due to a lack of verifiable information about its members and origins. Accusations and hoaxes surrounding the band's authenticity have surfaced, with conflicting reports about the use of an AI tool called Suno and a spokesman claiming to be a hoax. This incident raises concerns about the blurring lines between reality and online fiction, highlighting the importance of safeguarding online information in the age of AI.