Smokey Robinson worried by 'dangerous' AI

Smokey Robinson will play at this year's Love Supreme Festival in East Sussex

Motown legend Smokey Robinson has admitted he is "worried" about the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI) to those in the public eye.

The musician, who turns 85 on Wednesday, said AI's ability to "clone people" and use their voices is "dangerous".

Robinson was speaking to BBC South East ahead of his first UK show in 15 years at the Love Supreme Festival in East Sussex.

He said he was "looking forward" to getting in front of crowds in July.

"I enjoy playing where I see other artists, and sharing the stage with other artists... and especially at festivals like that," he said.

Robinson, who counts Tracks of my Tears and The Tears of a Clown among his top hits, has promised to put on a great show.

"We're coming to throw down. We're coming to play everything; the old stuff, the new stuff, the in-between stuff, we're coming to have a ball," he said.

Ahead of this appearance, the musician reflected on an industry changed by technology - including AI.

"It's a different time," he said, adding: "Everything is happening online now, people are streaming, and getting new music free and doing all kinds of things... I miss the days of the record business."

As for AI, Robinson sees benefits in terms of wider use but said its cloning capability is a "ridiculous power to have".

The Love Supreme Festival will take place between 4-6 July at Glynde Place, on the outskirts of Lewes.

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