News From the Music World
Federal court obliterates copyright claims against Anitta and UMG over “Funk Rave” hit, calling plaintiffs’ allegations “speculative at best.” Musicians must now rethink how they prove infringement cases.
After 20 years, Nelly triumphs in “groundless” copyright lawsuit. Judge demolished plaintiff’s case, ordered massive legal fee repayment, and slapped attorneys with sanctions. Courtroom drama intensifies rap group tensions.
Rapper GloRilla battles an unlikely copyright lawsuit over “no BBL” lyric as social media worlds collide. Can a simple phrase about natural bodies truly be owned? The music industry watches nervously.
