AI definitely CAN replace humans and even mimic the emotional aspect that makes it “human” when it comes to studio versions of music. The technical aspects of the music are phenomenal when performed by AI. I’d be fine with an AI performed Bach recording of Brandenburg concerto 3 to listen to on my headphones on a plane flight, instead of one performed by a human orchestra.
Live music will become the differentiator, in my opinion. Musicians used to tour to support the album, now they create albums to have something to support a tour.
That’s part of the reason I love jammy, improvisational bands. The humanity, variety and emotional response pleases me.