Artist Rights Alliance

As AI systems expand globally, creators must not be left out of the conversation. Artist Rights Alliance stands for transparency, consent, and control, no matter where the technology is developed.

Adding to our 2026 priorities: Ticketing is broken. It should work for fans and artists, not against them. As a member of the Fix the Tix Coalition, ARA advocates for fair, transparent ticketing every day.

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Streaming should work for artists, not against them. ARA is advocating for fair pay and greater transparency from platforms that profit from creators’ work.

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Our priorities for 2026 are clear. ARA is fighting for fairness, transparency, and artist control, beginning with AI. Artists deserve consent, compensation, and protection for their voices and work.

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Artist Rights Alliance Executive Director Jen Jacobsen weighs in on AI music tools and why control, consent, and respect for creators are non‑negotiabl

We had such a great time today at Americana Fest with ARA board member Tift Merritt, Donald Cohen of Fan Alliance, Reid Wick of Recording Academy / GRAMMYs and Kam Franklin on the “Louder Together” panel, sharing how artists and fans are raising their voices to protect their rights in today’s music economy.

One week from today! ARA board member Tift Merritt will be speaking at Americana as part of an inspiring panel about how artists and fans are using their collective voice to protect their rights in the modern music marketplace.

Louder Together: How Artists and Fans Are Raising Their Collective Voice to Fight for Their Rights in a Brave New Marketplace

⏱️Friday, September 12th 3:00pm
📍The Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown- Meadow D

We’re excited to share that ARA board member Tift Merritt will be speaking at Americana Fest on September 12! She’ll be joining other activists to discuss how artists and fans are raising their collective voice to fight for their rights in today’s brave new music marketplace.

Louder Together: How Artists and Fans Are Raising Their Collective Voice to Fight for Their Rights in a Brave New Marketplace

⏱️Friday, September 12th @3:00pm
📍The Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Downtown- Meadow D

Join the movement at ArtistRightsAlliance.org

The HITS Act recently passed, a meaningful step forward for independent creators. Swipe 👉 to see how it impacts artists and the benefits it brings.

Shoutout to Recording Academy for their work in making this happen.

Aspiring artists deserve protection. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)'s Michele Ballantyne breaks down how scammers are using new tech to take advantage with fake label deals and more. Read the full op-ed via American Songwriter: https://americansongwriter.com/american-songwriter-op-ed-shutting-down-fraudsters-who-prey-on-artists-hopes-and-dreams/