5 Reasons Not To Use ChatGPT for Your Music Contracts w/ Music Lawyer Ryan Schmidt

Can ChatGPT Replace a Music Lawyer? 5 Big Reasons It Can’t (Yet)
Musicians, before you trust AI to draft your next contract—watch this first.

I’m Ryan Schmidt, a former artist turned music lawyer, and in this video, I’m breaking down 5 reasons why ChatGPT is NOT a substitute for a real music attorney—and how using it the wrong way could cost you your rights, your royalties, or your entire career.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:24 Why ChatGPT lacks the legal context to protect your interests
01:06 How AI can generate illegal or unenforceable clauses without warning
03:20 The secret sauce that only a human music lawyer brings to the table
04:06 How AI drafts read well—but leave out critical legal protections
05:12 What happens when no one is liable for AI’s mistakes
05:39 Where to safely use ChatGPT for your music career
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That said, I’m not anti-AI. In fact, I’ll also show you how smart artists can use ChatGPT the right way—for summaries, research, and learning the lingo—without putting themselves at legal risk.

🎓 Use it for education, not execution. If you’re an independent artist, producer, manager, or label, this is a must-watch before you sign or send another contract.

ABOUT RYAN SCHMIDT, ESQ.:
Ryan Schmidt is a singer/songwriter turned music lawyer dedicated to protecting the rights of musicians and empowering creative professionals to succeed. With a career spanning both the stage and the courtroom, Ryan brings unparalleled insight to the challenges artists face. His law practice focuses on negotiating artist-friendly deals, resolving copyright disputes, maximizing music royalties, navigating ethical generative AI, and supporting small businesses in the entertainment industry.

As a touring singer/songwriter, Ryan was featured on NBC’s The Voice and earned accolades like “Critics’ Choice” at the Starbucks Music Makers Competition. These achievements came alongside firsthand experiences of the cutthroat nature of the industry, where restrictive contracts often stifle creativity. Determined to level the playing field for fellow artists, Ryan answered the call to become a music lawyer.

Legal Disclaimer:
The content provided in this video is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Watching this video or applying any information within does not create an attorney-client relationship. You should always consult your personal attorney before acting upon any suggestions or strategies discussed in this video. The speaker disclaims all liability for any losses or damages resulting from your reliance on or use of the information provided herein.

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