What to do if someone steals your music
Even though your music is intellectual property, it is still your property and should be used only with permission. Here are 6 steps to take if someone steals your music.. Continue reading
SoundExchange sues Slacker for unpaid royalties
This week SoundExchange sued Slacker and owner LiveOne for non-payment of digital performance royalties via Celebrity Access SoundExchange filed suit this week in the United States District Court for the. Continue reading
Why many will choose to bypass the new Copyright Small Claims Court
Copyright holders can choose to bring infringement cases in the CCB as an alternative to federal court. And those accused of infringement (called “respondents” here, rather than defendants) can opt. Continue reading
US Copyright small claims court opens this week
With the copyright small claims court opening people are still wondering: Will anyone use it? And is it even constitutional? by Mike Masnick from Tech Dirt We’ve been talking about. Continue reading
How to get a Sample cleared for a Song or Beat
Never mind the effort and time that goes into making your own music – clearing a sample is an art all of its own! And one that you really don’t. Continue reading
No more ‘Elvis’ weddings in Las Vegas??
The Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has threatened to put a stop to Elvis-themed weddings in Las Vegas, due to apparent unpermitted trademarks. Now, Elvis fans from all around are probably. Continue reading
Mariah Carey sued for song title 28 years after ‘All I Want For Christmas, Is You’ was released
Mariah Carey has been sued for copyright infringement, with the only similarity between the songs being the title. This is how that turned out… by Mike Masnick from Tech Dirt. Continue reading
Are mechanical rates ACTUALLY increasing?
The Copyright Royalty Board announced plans to increase the mechanical royalty rates for product sales, which is great for songwriters. But will streaming rates do the same? by Tony van. Continue reading
Stop Copyright Royalty Board, Big Tech abuse and demand your money NOW!
Chris Castle explains why he beleives you should fight big tech companies and demand your contracts and royalty earnings. Op-Ed by CHRIS CASTLE of Music Tech Policy As I posted. Continue reading
Rare fan recordings of Beatles’ shows can’t be heard due to ‘annoying’ copyrights
According to Glyn Moody of tech dirt, Copyright law is constantly getting in the way of uncovering musical history, including rare recordings of Beatles’ performances taken by fans. Op-Ed by. Continue reading
Sen. Josh Hawley introduces ‘laughable’ Copyright Term Reduction Bill
Everything about this bill that would reduuce the length of copyright is ridiculous and almost certainly unconstitutional, writes Mike Masnick. Op-ed by Mike Masnick of Tech Dirt Apparently, I never. Continue reading
