Eleven Music Goes Live and the AI Music Is... Revolutionary

This week, the music world got a seismic shake-up with the launch of Eleven Music, a groundbreaking AI platform from ElevenLabs that transforms simple text prompts into studio-grade music.

Whether you’re a creator dreaming up a catchy pop track, a filmmaker needing a moody instrumental, or a brand crafting a jingle, Eleven Music delivers professional-quality results in minutes, across any genre, style, or language, with or without vocals.

It’s like having a world-class studio in your pocket, and it’s live now at elevenlabs.io.

What sets Eleven Music apart isn’t just its ability to churn out high-quality tracks from a few words, it’s the ethos behind it.

Unlike other AI music generators that have sparked legal battles over copyright (looking at you, Suno and Udio), ElevenLabs has taken a principled stand.

They’ve partnered with major players like Merlin, representing independent labels and artists like Adele and Nirvana, and Kobalt, the world’s largest independent music publisher, to ensure rightsholders are respected and compensated.

These deals include opt-in agreements, meaning artists and songwriters choose to participate, and they’ll share in the revenue through a royalty pool based on their works’ usage.

The platform’s guardrails are robust: users can’t input artist names, song titles, or substantial lyrics to mimic existing works, and outputs are watermarked to prevent misuse.

There’s even a Most Favored Nation clause in Kobalt’s deal, ensuring publishers get equal treatment to labels, a big win for songwriters who’ve historically been shortchanged.

This isn’t just about avoiding lawsuits; it’s about building a sustainable model where AI amplifies creativity without trampling on rights.

I got my hands on Eleven Music, and the results are jaw-dropping. A prompt like “upbeat jazz with Spanish vocals” delivered a vibrant track that could slide right into a café playlist.

Another test, “cinematic orchestral score for a sci-fi chase scene”—produced something Hans Zimmer might nod approvingly at.

The ability to fine-tune sections, tweak lyrics, or blend AI tracks with live instruments (like in their demo with piano and AI violin) makes this a tool for serious creators, not just hobbyists.

But let’s talk about the bigger picture.

Eleven Music’s launch, on August 5, 2025, marks a turning point.

While competitors face lawsuits from major labels, ElevenLabs is setting a precedent for ethical AI music with transparent licensing and artist-first partnerships.

They’re even eyeing deals with majors like UMG, Sony, and Warner, which could reshape the industry. The upcoming Eleven Music Pro model, built with Merlin and Kobalt’s opt-in artists, promises to push the boundaries furthe

The catch?

Not every artist is on board yet, and some worry AI could dilute the human spark in music.

Ethical debates about creativity and livelihoods are still simmering, and while ElevenLabs’ safeguards are strong, the long-term impact on musicians remains unclear.

Still, with over 111,111 tracks generated in its first 24 hours, the demand is undeniable.

For now, Eleven Music is 50% off through August, so it’s a perfect time to experiment. Head to elevenlabs.io and try prompts like “lo-fi hip-hop for a rainy day” or “epic rock anthem with Japanese lyrics.”

Here is my song, “Rise Another Day”

Prompt: Create a song about resiliance and survival that sturs an emotion to rise up and fight another day.

Share your creations in the comments.

I’d love to hear what you come up with. This is AI music done right, and it’s only the beginning.