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ARIA and PPCA Welcome Government's Copyright Law Decision

ARIA and PPCA Welcome Government's Copyright Law Decision

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement that it will not introduce a Text…

By Conor Lochrie - Oct 27, 2025
ARIA and PPCA Welcome Government's Copyright Law Decision

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ARIA and PPCA Welcome Government's Copyright Law Decision

The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) and Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) have welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement that it will not introduce a Text…

By Conor Lochrie - Oct 27, 2025
Ed Sheeran to Face Trial Over Marvin Gaye Song Copyright Claims

Ed Sheeran to Face Trial Over Marvin Gaye Song Copyright Claims

Ed Sheeran will have to face a jury trial regarding the accusations that he lifted parts of his 2014 hit 'Thinking Out Loud' from Marvin Gaye's classic song 'Let's Get It On'. As per Billboard, the…

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 30, 2022
Ed Sheeran to Face Trial Over Marvin Gaye Song Copyright Claims

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Ed Sheeran to Face Trial Over Marvin Gaye Song Copyright Claims

Ed Sheeran will have to face a jury trial regarding the accusations that he lifted parts of his 2014 hit 'Thinking Out Loud' from Marvin Gaye's classic song 'Let's Get It On'. As per Billboard, the…

By Conor Lochrie - Sep 30, 2022
New Zealand’s Music Industry Hails Copyright Term Extension

New Zealand’s Music Industry Hails Copyright Term Extension

“This long overdue change will help preserve and protect iconic recordings from Aotearoa," says Recorded Music NZ CEO Jo Oliver.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 1, 2022
New Zealand’s Music Industry Hails Copyright Term Extension

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New Zealand’s Music Industry Hails Copyright Term Extension

“This long overdue change will help preserve and protect iconic recordings from Aotearoa," says Recorded Music NZ CEO Jo Oliver.

By Lars Brandle - Jul 1, 2022
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Be Deposed Over Eminem Copyright Lawsuit

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Be Deposed Over Eminem Copyright Lawsuit

A federal judge has ruled that Spotify CEO Daniel Ek must sit for depositions in the copyright lawsuit over the rapper's music.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 1, 2022
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Be Deposed Over Eminem Copyright Lawsuit

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Spotify CEO Daniel Ek to Be Deposed Over Eminem Copyright Lawsuit

A federal judge has ruled that Spotify CEO Daniel Ek must sit for depositions in the copyright lawsuit over the rapper's music.

By Conor Lochrie - Apr 1, 2022
Rare Lou Reed demos released and quickly withdrawn in copyright dump

Rare Lou Reed demos released and quickly withdrawn in copyright dump

A collection of rare Lou Reed demos were released over the holidays and just as quickly withdrawn in what was an apparent copyright dump. As reported by Variety, the 17-track album of Reed's demos…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 4, 2022
Rare Lou Reed demos released and quickly withdrawn in copyright dump

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Rare Lou Reed demos released and quickly withdrawn in copyright dump

A collection of rare Lou Reed demos were released over the holidays and just as quickly withdrawn in what was an apparent copyright dump. As reported by Variety, the 17-track album of Reed's demos…

By Conor Lochrie - Jan 4, 2022
Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift must face trial in the 'Shake It Off' copyright lawsuit according a new ruling by a federal judge. The pop star will face a jury trial to determine whether she stole the lyrics to her…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 10, 2021
Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

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Taylor Swift to face jury trial in ‘Shake It Off’ copyright lawsuit

Taylor Swift must face trial in the 'Shake It Off' copyright lawsuit according a new ruling by a federal judge. The pop star will face a jury trial to determine whether she stole the lyrics to her…

By Conor Lochrie - Dec 10, 2021
Twitch 'disappointed' in music publishing sector after influx of copyright claims

Twitch 'disappointed' in music publishing sector after influx of copyright claims

It's the third copyright crackdown to hit Twitch within 12 months.

By Unknown Author - Jun 2, 2021
Twitch 'disappointed' in music publishing sector after influx of copyright claims

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Twitch 'disappointed' in music publishing sector after influx of copyright claims

It's the third copyright crackdown to hit Twitch within 12 months.

By Unknown Author - Jun 2, 2021
Nicki Minaj to pay Tracy Chapman US$450,000 in copyright dispute settlement

Nicki Minaj to pay Tracy Chapman US$450,000 in copyright dispute settlement

Chapman sued Minaj for using the lyrics and vocal melody from her song ‘Baby Can I Hold You’ without permission.

By Music Network - Jan 11, 2021
Nicki Minaj to pay Tracy Chapman US$450,000 in copyright dispute settlement

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Nicki Minaj to pay Tracy Chapman US$450,000 in copyright dispute settlement

Chapman sued Minaj for using the lyrics and vocal melody from her song ‘Baby Can I Hold You’ without permission.

By Music Network - Jan 11, 2021
Twitch is the music industry’s new enemy

Twitch is the music industry’s new enemy

And just like that, Twitch is crossed off the music industry’s Christmas list. The decade-old, U.S.-based video live streamer emerged as one of techland’s big winners of the global pandemic, as…

By Lars Brandle - Dec 16, 2020
Twitch is the music industry’s new enemy

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Twitch is the music industry’s new enemy

And just like that, Twitch is crossed off the music industry’s Christmas list. The decade-old, U.S.-based video live streamer emerged as one of techland’s big winners of the global pandemic, as…

By Lars Brandle - Dec 16, 2020
Aussie music publishers rank Top 10 globally, but indies are lagging

Aussie music publishers rank Top 10 globally, but indies are lagging

IMPF reported that Aussie publishers generated €173 million in 2019.

By Music Network - Oct 29, 2020
Aussie music publishers rank Top 10 globally, but indies are lagging

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Aussie music publishers rank Top 10 globally, but indies are lagging

IMPF reported that Aussie publishers generated €173 million in 2019.

By Music Network - Oct 29, 2020
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