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music1 year ago

Donna Summer's Estate Sues Kanye West for Unauthorized Song Sampling

Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign are being sued by Donna Summer's estate for allegedly sampling her 1977 hit "I Feel Love" without permission in their song "Good (Don't Die)." Despite the estate's refusal to grant permission due to controversy surrounding Ye's antisemitic comments and lyrics, the song was released with an interpolation of the original track. The estate had the song removed from streaming platforms and is pursuing legal action for copyright infringement, citing millions of listens before its removal. This is not the first time Kanye West has faced legal issues over unauthorized sampling.

via The Root|
#copyright-infringement#donna-summer#kanye-west
entertainment1 year ago

Donna Summer's Estate Sues Kanye West for Unauthorized Song Sampling

Kanye West, now known as Ye, is being sued by Donna Summer's estate for allegedly using an uncleared sample of her music on his new album. The estate denied his request to sample the 1977 hit "I Feel Love," citing concerns about potential degradation to Summer's legacy due to West's controversial public image. This lawsuit comes after Ozzy Osbourne also denied Kanye's request to sample a Black Sabbath song, alleging that Kanye is "an anti-Semite." Kanye has faced criticism for his controversial comments and behavior in recent years, leading to severed ties with brands and business partners.

via BBC.com|
#controversy#copyright-infringement#donna-summer
entertainment1 year ago

Donna Summer Estate Sues Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign for Unauthorized Song Use

The estate of Donna Summer has filed a lawsuit against Ye and Ty Dolla $ign, alleging that they illegally used her 1977 song "I Feel Love" in their collaboration "Good (Don’t Die)" despite being rejected permission due to the Summer estate's reluctance to associate with Ye's controversial history. The lawsuit seeks an injunction to stop further circulation of the song and money damages, claiming that the album "shamelessly" includes re-recorded parts of the song without permission.

via The Associated Press|
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entertainment1 year ago

Donna Summer's Estate Sues Kanye West for Unauthorized Use of "I Feel Love"

Kanye West is being sued by Donna Summer's estate for allegedly using an uncleared sample of her song "I Feel Love" on his new album, Vultures. The estate claims West made an unauthorized imitation of the song and released it despite their denial of clearance. Additionally, West has accused Adidas of releasing "fake" Yeezys without his consent, following his termination from the brand over anti-Semitic comments.

via Daily Mail|
#adidas#copyright-infringement#donna-summer
entertainment1 year ago

Donna Summer's Estate Sues Kanye West for Unauthorized Use of 'I Feel Love'

Donna Summer's husband, Bruce Sudano, has filed a lawsuit against Kanye West and collaborator Ty Dolla $ign, alleging "blatant theft" of Summer's iconic 1977 hit "I Feel Love" in their song "Good (Don't Die)." The lawsuit claims that West and Ty Dolla $ign sampled the hook from Summer's song after being explicitly denied permission, leading to accusations of "willful copyright infringement." Sudano seeks "maximum" damages for the unauthorized use, citing the need to protect artists' rights and prevent the theft of creative works. This legal action comes amid controversy surrounding West's recent antisemitic statements and alleged toxic work environment, with other artists like Ozzy Osbourne also speaking out against West's unauthorized use of samples.

via Rolling Stone|
#copyright-infringement#donna-summer#entertainment
music1 year ago

"Kanye West's 'Vultures' Controversy: From Strong Streaming Start to Spotify Removal"

Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's song "Good (Don't Die)" from their Vultures 1 album has been removed from Spotify after Donna Summer's estate claimed "copyright infringement" due to alleged sampling of her 1977 hit "I Feel Love." This isn't the only sampling issue faced by the duo, as another track featuring a Backstreet Boys sample was reportedly not cleared, and Ozzy Osbourne called out Kanye for using a Black Sabbath sample without permission. The song remains available on other streaming platforms.

via Billboard|
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music1 year ago

Kanye West Faces Backlash Over Unauthorized Music Sampling

Donna Summer's estate accuses Kanye West of copyright infringement for using her song "I Feel Love" without permission in his album Vultures 1, claiming he changed the words or used AI to circumvent the denial of clearance. The estate's Instagram post tagged West, Ty Dolla $ign, Warner Chappell Music, Universal Music Group, and Sharon Osbourne, who also accused West of using a sample without permission. West's representative has not responded, and Osbourne's manager is considering legal action.

via Rolling Stone|
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music1 year ago

"Kanye West Faces Backlash for Allegedly Unauthorized Sampling on New Album"

Ozzy Osbourne and Donna Summer's estate publicly accused Kanye West of using uncleared samples of their music in his latest album "Vultures 1." Osbourne alleged that West used a clip from a 1983 live performance of the Black Sabbath song "Iron Man" without permission, while Donna Summer's estate claimed that he used her hit "I Feel Love" without consent. This isn't the first time West has faced accusations of using uncleared samples, and it comes after previous backlash for antisemitic statements.

via CBS News|
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music1 year ago

"Kanye West's 'Carnival' Lyrics Stir Controversy with Taylor Swift Namedrop and Song Use Denials"

Kanye West references Taylor Swift in his new track "Carnival" and faces backlash from the estates of Donna Summer and Ozzy Osbourne for allegedly using their songs without permission. The Donna Summer estate claims West used "I Feel Love" despite being denied permission, while Ozzy Osbourne accuses him of sampling "Iron Man" without consent, citing his alleged antisemitism as a reason for refusal.

via Deadline|
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music2 years ago

Uncovering the Legacy of Donna Summer, the Undisputed Queen of Disco.

The new HBO Max documentary Love to Love You, Donna Summer explores the tremendous impact of the undisputed queen of disco, Donna Summer, on music. Summer's greatest success came with disco, a genre that blossomed in the gay Black and brown clubs of New York and Chicago. She excelled as both a vocalist and a songwriter, with hits like "Love to Love You Baby" and "I Feel Love" that influenced the evolution of dance music. Despite her contributions, Summer was never taken seriously due to the genre's lack of respect and her association with the LGBTQ+ community. The documentary sheds light on her legacy and the rumors surrounding her comments on the AIDS crisis.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#dance-music#disco#documentary
entertainment2 years ago

The Life and Legacy of Donna Summer: A Trailblazing Career and Tragic End

Donna Summer, the Queen of Disco, died on May 17, 2012, after a battle with lung cancer. She was diagnosed with lung cancer and theorized that it was caused by the 9/11 attacks since she did not smoke. A new documentary directed by her daughter Brooklyn Sudano and Oscar winner Roger Ross Williams, "Love to Love You, Donna Summer," explores the highs and lows of her life on and off stage. After her death, many musicians celebrated her legacy with heartfelt tributes.

via STYLECASTER|
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entertainment2 years ago

Uncovering the Life and Death of Disco Legend Donna Summer

HBO's new documentary "Love to Love You, Donna Summer" explores the life and career of the disco icon, featuring archival interviews, never-before-seen footage, and interviews with her daughters, siblings, collaborators, and exes. The documentary reveals that Summer was a deeply private person, suffered sexual and physical abuse, attempted suicide, and never envisioned motherhood for herself. It also highlights her directorial dreams and her journey from a figure in Germany's avant-garde scene to a global sensation.

via Rolling Stone|
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entertainment2 years ago

The Painful Truths Behind Donna Summer's Rise to Fame.

A new documentary titled "Love to Love You, Donna Summer" explores the life of the late pop star, who skyrocketed to fame as the "Queen of Disco" during the hedonistic ‘70s era. The film, co-directed by Summer's daughter Brooklyn Sudano and Oscar winner Roger Ross Williams, features never-before-seen home videos and highlights rare sit-downs with many of those who knew and loved the private icon. Summer struggled with private trauma and her public sex goddess image, and at one point contemplated taking her own life. The documentary addresses her trauma in the hope it will encourage others struggling to speak out.

via Fox News|
#abuse#documentary#donna-summer
entertainment2 years ago

Uncovering the Untold Story of Donna Summer: Abuse, Secrets, and Disco Diva Legacy.

A new documentary about the late disco queen Donna Summer reveals that she was molested by a minister in her teens, which left her feeling guilty and led to a troubled personal life despite her musical success. Summer also faced mental health struggles, including an attempted suicide, and disillusionment with the music industry. The documentary, "Love to Love You, Donna Summer," premieres on HBO and was co-directed by her daughter Brooklyn Sudano.

via New York Post |
#documentary#donna-summer#entertainment