# AI songs banned from Australian charts amid after viral Madonna track > Source: > Published: 2026-08-25 08:01:05+00:00 # AI songs banned from Australian charts amid after viral Madonna track - The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) has banned wholly AI-generated tracks from Australia's official music charts. - Under the new rules, songs must be substantially human-made to qualify, although tracks using AI in a supporting role remain eligible. - ARIA retains the power to retrospectively remove ineligible songs from its charts and revoke No 1 awards if necessary. - The decision puts Brisbane DJ Josh Fawaz's cover of Madonna's *Like a Prayer*at risk of removal after AI was revealed to have generated its lead vocals and drums. - The rule change aligns with global principles set by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry to protect human artistry.