Tag: Exclusive right

Tidal, The Streaming Service That’s Kind To Artists, Sued By Prince Estate Over Copyright Infringement

Although it was originally billed as being an artist-friendly service crammed with exclusive content, Tidal's success on both counts is questionable and now, in addition to its tepid launch and. Continue reading

Guest Post on 11/30/2016 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: " copyright infringement, Exclusive right, Hit n Run Phase One, Jay-Z, lawsuit, NPG Records, Prince (musician), Roc Nation, Streaming media, Tidal (service)

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Ray Charles Foundation Wins Round In Battle With His 7 Children

Confusing and antiquated copyright laws open the door for a multitude of lawsuits- some much needed (Flo & Eddie) and others more specious. The battle between Ray Charles' 7 children. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 08/03/2015 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: copyright, Corporation, Exclusive right, Happy Birthday to You, Los Angeles Times, Mildred J. Hill, Patty Hill, Public domain, Warner Music Group, Warner/Chappell Music

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Birdman, Cash Money Sue Jay Z’s “Desperate…Struggling” Tidal For $50M Over Lil Wayne Release

You have to wonder if owning a streaming music is as cool as Jay Z thought it would be when he shelled out millions to buy and relaunch Tidal. Every. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 07/17/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: 19 Entertainment, Birdman (rapper), Cash Money Records, Exclusive right, Jay-Z, lawsuit, Lil Wayne, record label, Streaming media, TMZ (website)

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