Pop star Sabrina Carpenter criticized the White House for using her song 'Juno' in a social media video that depicted immigration enforcement negatively, calling it 'evil and disgusting,' and condemning its use to promote inhumane policies. The White House responded defensively, and this incident is part of a broader pattern of government agencies using copyrighted music and content without permission, often leading to public backlash and legal concerns.
Kenny Loggins has publicly objected to the use of his song 'Danger Zone' in an AI-generated video of Donald Trump on Truth Social, criticizing its association with divisive content and calling for its removal. The incident highlights ongoing issues with political figures using copyrighted music without permission, amid protests and political rallies.
Kenny Loggins has demanded the immediate removal of his song 'Danger Zone' from a controversial AI-generated video posted by President Trump, which depicted violent imagery during protests without his permission, highlighting ongoing issues of artists' rights and political misuse of music.
Reservoir Media, an independent music company led by Golnar Khosrowshahi, has acquired the majority of Miles Davis estate's music rights, including 90% of his publishing rights, ahead of Davis's centennial, highlighting its growth and strategic acquisitions in the competitive music catalog industry.
Jack White is selling a stake in his music catalog, including works with The White Stripes, his solo projects, and bands like The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather, to Sony Music, with the deal closing earlier this summer. The specifics of the stake and payment are undisclosed, but White retains control of his recordings and the deal does not include future works.
Morrissey has announced he is willing to sell his stake in The Smiths, including the band name, artwork, and music rights, amid ongoing disputes with former bandmate Johnny Marr over the band's trademarks and releases.
Daryl Hall and John Oates have privately resolved their legal dispute over Oates' plan to sell his stake in their joint venture to Primary Wave Music, ending a court battle that began in 2023, with no further details disclosed.
Sony's biopic of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne is still in development, with negotiations ongoing for a director, and the project will include music from Ozzy's career. The film aims to tell their love story and career, leveraging Ozzy's iconic persona and music rights, amidst renewed interest following his recent passing.
A new report highlights how Travis Kelce's support made Taylor Swift's achievement of reclaiming her music masters even more meaningful, strengthening their bond and adding emotional significance to her career milestone.
Taylor Swift was granted a temporary restraining order against a man who repeatedly visited her home and made false claims about their relationship, citing safety concerns. The man must stay at least 100 yards away from her, with a hearing scheduled for June 30 to potentially issue a permanent order. Swift has a history of stalking incidents and recently reacquired the rights to her early albums' master recordings, asserting her desire for full control over her music.
Taylor Swift's fans' support through purchasing 'Taylor's Version' albums and attending the Eras Tour helped her buy back her original master recordings for $360 million, highlighting the power of fan engagement and strategic marketing in the music industry.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce enjoyed a Florida date night amid her recent milestone of reclaiming her music masters, which garnered widespread support from celebrities and fans, highlighting ongoing industry battles over artists' rights and ownership.
Travis Kelce expressed his excitement and support for Taylor Swift after she bought back her music rights, highlighting his admiration for her achievement during a podcast, amidst their low-profile relationship and recent solo activities.
Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez were seen chatting at a New York bar after Swift bought back her music masters, highlighting their longstanding friendship and recent celebrations.
Taylor Swift announced she has bought back her music masters, allowing her to re-record her albums as 'Taylor's Versions,' a move that was celebrated by her fans and marked a significant victory in her fight for control over her music catalog.
