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Justin Hawkins denounces AI deepfake, urges stricter UK copyright.

5/21/2026

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Justin Hawkins denounced a viral AI deepfake showing him at 10 Downing Street.
He said UK law only bans explicit deepfakes shared without permission.
He cited the Artist Rights Alliance letter, signed by Billie Eilish, warning AI will make poor albums and that industry leaders in March urged stronger UK AI and copyright rules.
The Darkness announced a UK tour for December 2026 to support their 2025 album Dreams On Toast.

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Justin Hawkins denounced a viral AI deepfake showing him at 10 Downing Street.
He said UK law only bans explicit deepfakes shared without permission.
He cited the Artist Rights Alliance letter, signed by Billie Eilish, warning AI will make poor albums and that industry leaders in March urged stronger UK AI and copyright rules.
The Darkness announced a UK tour for December 2026 to support their 2025 album Dreams On Toast.