Artists Against AI
"Stealing Isn't Innovation"
Smokey Robinson, The Roots, and over 0 writers, musicians, and actors unite.
The Accusation: AI Training as "Theft"
The Human Artistry Campaign, backed by nearly 800 creatives, has issued a stark message: Big Tech is endangering careers by exploiting craft without authorization.
Signs of Unity
Signatories range from Motown legends to modern Hollywood actors, all agreeing that AI tools should not bypass human consent.
Smokey Robinson
Music Icon
Protecting decades of Motown soul from digital replication.
Djimon Hounsou
Oscar Nominee
Representing the actors' stake in protecting likeness and performance.
The Roots
Hip-Hop/Late Night
Fighting to ensure human rhythm remains the baseline of music.
Mary Cosby
TV Personality
Among the diverse TV voices backing the "Human Artistry" campaign.
The Path Forward
The campaign, led by senior advisor **Dr. Moiya McTier**, isn't just saying "no" to AI—it's demanding a new set of rules for corporate engagement.
The Impact
"AI companies are endangering artists' careers while exploiting their practiced craft... to amass billions in corporate earnings."
— Dr. Moiya McTier, Human Artistry Campaign
Legislative Update: No AI FRAUD Act
Lawmakers introduced the Act to establish a federal framework for likeness protection.
Protects individuals from unauthorized "digital forgeries" of their unique vocal signature.
Ensures that a person's image cannot be used for commercial AI generation without consent.
Join the Conversation
Do you agree with Smokey Robinson that AI training is "theft," or do you view it as modern innovation?
