BY MORRIS NAFU
In a show of solidarity, renowned local reggae band, Onetox, alongside prominent local music producers, are condemning disrespectful actions of a few public AI content creators towards local female artists that is currently circulating on social media.
Recently, online explicit content was generated through AI manipulation, posing a direct threat and harassment to the talented women in the music industry.
In a statement, Onetox band condemned the action as not only disrespect but also direct harassment towards those targeted artists.
“We speak not just as performers, but as concerned human beings witnessing the troubling treatment of our sisters.
“The use of AI to create explicit material about our female artists, along with the threats and harassment they face is not only unacceptable but also detrimental to our culture, values, and sense of safety,” the statement said,
The band issued a stern warning to those responsible: “Stop.”
“These women are not mere objects for exploitation. They are artists, storytellers, daughters, and powerful voices of our islands.
“Such attacks are nothing but cowardice masquerading as strength, and we firmly reject them,” the statement said.
They also call upon the community, institutions, and leaders to take action.
“Where is our pride in safeguarding our women? If male artists were subjected to similar treatment, would there be silence? It’s time for police, government, and leaders to ensure security, respect and justice for all creators.”
The band also calls on all their fans and Melanesia to refrain from sharing the contents as it fuels the spreading the disrespectful content.
“Let’s embrace the spirit of unity, respect, and upliftment within our platforms and communities,” said the statement.
Onetox has always championed the power of music to unite, heal and empower.
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