Apple’s Beats Beats Monster Monster Lawsuit

LA Superior Court Judge William Fahey yesterday handed down a summary judgment that effectively dismissed the claims that Beats by Dr Dre had cheated Monster and its CEO Noel Lee. Continue reading

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Projecting Trends: Augmented Reality, Advertising, and Music

As part of a 'Projecting Trends' series, this article examines the impact of Pokémon Go and Snapchat as they move toward making augmented reality increasingly mainstream, and the broader effect this will have on the music. Continue reading

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Grooveshark Shuts Down, Apologizes “Without Reservation” To RIAA

"It is better to beg forgiveness, than ask permission,"  appeared to be Grooveshark's mantra. The company was defiant to the point of arrogance. They had nothing wrong, they insisted, as. Continue reading

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Avoiding Lawsuits That Give You The Harlem Shakes

In 2013 the label that gave the world the viral hit Harlem Shake faced a serious legal issue. The story has become something of a modern parable for fledgling producers. Continue reading

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SoundExchange Files Lawsuit Against Muzak, DMX Alleging Underpayment To Artists, Rightsholders

As a new lawsuit filed by SoundExchange against Muzak shows, antiquated laws and rulings governing digital music will continue to be challenged in the courts, unless and until lawmakers take. Continue reading

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