Musician v. Politician: When Creative Control and Political Branding Are at Odds
Earlier this year Newt Gingrich was sent a cease and desist letter for his use of “Eye of the Tiger” during his campaign, but it was hardly the first time a politician got in trouble for their use of...
View ArticleLed Zeppelin to Release Entire Back Catalogue to the Internet Streaming...
Led Zeppelin has announced that it will grant exclusive rights to its music to an Internet radio service. This development could have striking effects on the future of the music industry.
View ArticleSounds Familiar: The Black Keys File Lawsuit Over Sound-a-likes Used in Ads
As advertising agencies create music to mimic popular songs, bands like the Black Keys have started to fight back.
View ArticlePandora Sued Over Terrestrial Radio Station Purchase
Music licensing society BMI is suing Pandora, the popular internet music streaming service, over their recent purchase of a terrestrial radio station in South Dakota. ...
View ArticleT. Rex Frontman’s Son Sues Music Publisher for Rights
T. Rex singer Marc Bolan’s son filed an infringement claim for the rights to his father’s songs. The outcome could potentially affect other artists’ estates.
View ArticleRound I: Hearing on Music Licensing Under Title 17 of the Copyright Act
As Congress moves closer to reforming the Copyright Act, representatives from the music industry, broadcast industry, and Internet are taking time to voice their concerns on Capitol Hill. During a...
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