News ClipInternational Business Times UK·Memphis, Shelby County, TN
SZA Slams Diplo's Equity In Suno AI, Says Black Music Now Faces A Dangerous New Threat
Grammy-winning artist SZA has publicly criticized producer Diplo for his equity in Suno AI, arguing that the platform endangers Black musicians by training on their work without consent and perpetuating racial disparities in AI-generated music. Beyond creative concerns, SZA highlighted the significant environmental toll of AI infrastructure, particularly data centers, which she claims disproportionately harm Black and brown communities, citing Memphis as an example.
6/20/2026
