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Iron Maiden respond to multi-million dollar lawsuit from former singer

Iron Maiden respond to multi-million dollar lawsuit from former singer

Iron Maiden have responded to their latest lawsuit, which has seen them accused of plagiarising lyrics from early singer Dennis Willcock. Back in March, Iron Maiden settled their lawsuit which saw…

By Tyler Jenke - Aug 6, 2018
Iron Maiden respond to multi-million dollar lawsuit from former singer

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Iron Maiden respond to multi-million dollar lawsuit from former singer

Iron Maiden have responded to their latest lawsuit, which has seen them accused of plagiarising lyrics from early singer Dennis Willcock. Back in March, Iron Maiden settled their lawsuit which saw…

By Tyler Jenke - Aug 6, 2018
MGM Resorts launch lawsuit against Las Vegas festival shooting victims

MGM Resorts launch lawsuit against Las Vegas festival shooting victims

The lawsuit does not ask for money from the victims, just protection from any legal action from them.

By Unknown Author - Jul 18, 2018
MGM Resorts launch lawsuit against Las Vegas festival shooting victims

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MGM Resorts launch lawsuit against Las Vegas festival shooting victims

The lawsuit does not ask for money from the victims, just protection from any legal action from them.

By Unknown Author - Jul 18, 2018
When John Fogerty was sued for sounding too much like John Fogerty

When John Fogerty was sued for sounding too much like John Fogerty

Today, let's explore what has to be the most fundamentally ridiculous lawsuit ever launched in music history. In 1985 John Fogerty signed to Warner Bros and released the album Centrefield, which…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 3, 2018
When John Fogerty was sued for sounding too much like John Fogerty

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When John Fogerty was sued for sounding too much like John Fogerty

Today, let's explore what has to be the most fundamentally ridiculous lawsuit ever launched in music history. In 1985 John Fogerty signed to Warner Bros and released the album Centrefield, which…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 3, 2018
Publisher of Tom Petty, Neil Young, suing Spotify for $1.6 billion

Publisher of Tom Petty, Neil Young, suing Spotify for $1.6 billion

Just days after a Twitter thread made headlines for its opposing views as to whether or not the music streaming service Spotify pays appropriate royalties, a lawsuit has been filed, seeking $1.6…

By Tyler Jenke - Jan 3, 2018
Publisher of Tom Petty, Neil Young, suing Spotify for $1.6 billion

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Publisher of Tom Petty, Neil Young, suing Spotify for $1.6 billion

Just days after a Twitter thread made headlines for its opposing views as to whether or not the music streaming service Spotify pays appropriate royalties, a lawsuit has been filed, seeking $1.6…

By Tyler Jenke - Jan 3, 2018
‘Baby Driver’ sped away without ‘Debora’ license, lawsuit claims

‘Baby Driver’ sped away without ‘Debora’ license, lawsuit claims

‘Baby Driver’ might have got away too fast. Sony Pictures, the studio behind the music-loaded action flick, has been hit with a lawsuit that alleges it “inexplicably” used the T. Rex song “Debora”…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 7, 2017
‘Baby Driver’ sped away without ‘Debora’ license, lawsuit claims

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‘Baby Driver’ sped away without ‘Debora’ license, lawsuit claims

‘Baby Driver’ might have got away too fast. Sony Pictures, the studio behind the music-loaded action flick, has been hit with a lawsuit that alleges it “inexplicably” used the T. Rex song “Debora”…

By Poppy Reid - Aug 7, 2017
Gwen Stefani is being sued for encouraging a stampede at her show

Gwen Stefani is being sued for encouraging a stampede at her show

Gwen Stefani may learn the hard way that rock 'n' roll rebellion just doesn't fly when your most of your audience is sitting on lawn chairs. A supposed fan is suing the singer, as well as promoters…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 11, 2017
Gwen Stefani is being sued for encouraging a stampede at her show

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Gwen Stefani is being sued for encouraging a stampede at her show

Gwen Stefani may learn the hard way that rock 'n' roll rebellion just doesn't fly when your most of your audience is sitting on lawn chairs. A supposed fan is suing the singer, as well as promoters…

By Nathan Jolly - Jul 11, 2017
Pandora sued for trademark infringement

Pandora sued for trademark infringement

When Pandora unveiled its new logo and branding last October, it ushered in a new era for the one-time internet radio giant as it moved to compete with subscription leaders Apple Music and Spotify.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Pandora sued for trademark infringement

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Pandora sued for trademark infringement

When Pandora unveiled its new logo and branding last October, it ushered in a new era for the one-time internet radio giant as it moved to compete with subscription leaders Apple Music and Spotify.…

By Poppy Reid - May 23, 2017
Fyre Fest: Four in five punters will gladly do it all again

Fyre Fest: Four in five punters will gladly do it all again

If you thought young, well-heeled party goers were against being fleeced for a truly wretched festival experience, think again. As the dust settles on the shambolic Fyre Festival, organisers have…

By Poppy Reid - May 4, 2017
Fyre Fest: Four in five punters will gladly do it all again

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Fyre Fest: Four in five punters will gladly do it all again

If you thought young, well-heeled party goers were against being fleeced for a truly wretched festival experience, think again. As the dust settles on the shambolic Fyre Festival, organisers have…

By Poppy Reid - May 4, 2017
A lawsuit has already seen Prince's new EP removed from iTunes and Apple Music

A lawsuit has already seen Prince's new EP removed from iTunes and Apple Music

Prince's business affairs have become quite convoluted following the star's untimely death, and now the upcoming EP Deliverance has been pulled from both iTunes and Apple Music before it was even…

By Brandon John - Apr 20, 2017
A lawsuit has already seen Prince's new EP removed from iTunes and Apple Music

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A lawsuit has already seen Prince's new EP removed from iTunes and Apple Music

Prince's business affairs have become quite convoluted following the star's untimely death, and now the upcoming EP Deliverance has been pulled from both iTunes and Apple Music before it was even…

By Brandon John - Apr 20, 2017
Spinal Tap lawsuit highlights "Hollywood accounting" in music industry

Spinal Tap lawsuit highlights "Hollywood accounting" in music industry

Harry Shearer has penned an op-ed to "highlight the longstanding and improper accounting practices in the music and film industries." In 1984, director-actor Rob Reiner and comedians Christopher…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 7, 2017
Spinal Tap lawsuit highlights "Hollywood accounting" in music industry

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Spinal Tap lawsuit highlights "Hollywood accounting" in music industry

Harry Shearer has penned an op-ed to "highlight the longstanding and improper accounting practices in the music and film industries." In 1984, director-actor Rob Reiner and comedians Christopher…

By Poppy Reid - Apr 7, 2017
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