Will AI Video Dreck Kill YouTube?

Where to find the AI video tools to produce winning videos & audio

By Jeff Domansky

AI video tools are evolving fast. But just because AI can generate a video doesn’t mean it should. While AI-generated visuals are improving, AI audio production and scripting are still lagging, creating a flood of dull, robotic content on YouTube.

Clickbait titles, faceless AI-generated videos, recycled stock footage, and lifeless AI narration are everywhere. Some marketers and content creators are churning out these soulless videos just to farm views and ad revenue—without any real effort or creativity.

The result? A tidal wave of AI-generated junk that’s actively degrading our enjoyment and entertainment, not to mention engagement.

Why These AI Videos Fail

Want proof? Let’s take a look at a couple of prime offenders.

Case #1: Studio Number Six – A Masterclass in Boredom

Take Studio Number Six, a UK-based YouTube channel that has managed to pump out over 630 AI-generated videos since launching in January 2023. It claims 221,000 subscribers and 118 million views, but after a deep dive into the numbers, those stats look… questionable.

One video caught my attention: “Joni Mitchell Names the Five Musicians She Hates Most.“

Oof.

Before you waste 11 minutes and 4 seconds of your life, let me save you the trouble—her supposed “hate list” includes Bob Dylan, Judy Collins, John Lennon, Madonna, and Taylor Swift. The video is just a patchwork of interview clips, loosely stitched together with a monotonous AI-generated script and robotic narration.

What could have been a fascinating deep dive into Joni’s opinions turned into a dull, repetitive slog that was clearly written by AI and at least 10 minutes too long.

The comments section? Brutal. Viewers hate it. And they’re right.

It’s obvious these videos are being mass-produced for clicks, not quality. Had the creator invested time, creativity, and effort, there was real potential here. Instead, it’s just another channel of AI-generated junk clogging up YouTube’s algorithm.

Case #2: Timeless Expedition – The Bait-and-Switch Disaster

AI-generated videos aren’t just creeping into music-related channels but also serving up tabloid-style lifestyle content.

Enter Timeless Expedition, a US-based YouTube channel with 525+ videos, 29,900 subscribers, and over 7.2 million views. Again, suspicious numbers.

Another video piqued my interest: “The Infamous Scene That Took ‘Soul Train’ Off Air For Good.“

Sounds interesting for music fans, right? Nope.

I lasted 30 seconds before the robotic AI narration made me cringe. By the three-minute mark, the script started repeating itself. The visuals were generic stock footage. The storytelling was nonexistent.

Oh, and the infamous “scene” that supposedly ended Soul Train? Never revealed.

That’s 21 minutes and 32 seconds of my life I’ll never get back.

Before they turned off comments, viewers were calling them out—hard. And honestly, I don’t blame them. This wasn’t just bad AI content—it was deceptive, lazy, and insultingly dull.

No Excuse for Low-Quality AI Video Production

Here’s the frustrating part: AI can create incredible video content. High-quality AI tools are available for scripting, video editing, and AI voiceovers. The problem isn’t AI itself—it’s the lazy execution by creators using AI as a shortcut instead of a tool.

With the right strategy, even faceless YouTube channels can build a real audience. But this? This is just mass-produced spam clogging up the platform. If YouTube isn’t careful, it could drive viewers away—just like Twitter (sorry, X) is watching its user base evaporate.

Want to Use AI for Video? Do It Right.

If you’re a marketer, designer, or video producer, you already know quality matters. AI should enhance your work, not replace creativity. The best AI video creators use AI to speed up their workflow without sacrificing originality.

So, if you’re thinking of using AI tools for video production, here’s my advice:

1. Avoid AI-generated voiceovers that sound robotic. If you must use AI narration, invest in a high-quality tool for customization and higher-quality voices.
2. Write better scripts. If your AI-generated script reads like a Wikipedia article, rewrite it. AI-assisted doesn’t mean AI-only.
3. Edit and refine. AI can generate video drafts, but human oversight is essential to avoid repetition and awkward pacing.
4. Keep it short and engaging. If you’re stretching a 2-minute topic into a 20-minute video, your viewers will leave—and they won’t come back.
5. Use AI intelligently—not lazily. AI should be a partner in your creative process, not a crutch.

Best AI Video & AI Audio Tools

Want to create AI-assisted videos without the dreck? Check out our recommended AI video tools and AI audio tools in our directory. With the right approach, AI can be a powerful tool for creators—just don’t let it turn your content into soulless, unwatchable garbage.

Final Thoughts

AI isn’t the problem. Lazy content creation, poor production value, and lack of creativity are.

The future of AI-driven video is exciting, but only if creators use it responsibly. Viewers will start tuning out if YouTube gets flooded with robotic, clickbait-driven AI spam. That’s not just bad for YouTube—it’s terrible for creators trying to build genuine, meaningful content and interesting and entertaining channels.

So, let’s be better. Use AI to elevate your content—not to churn out mindless dreck.

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