Tag: Public domain

Ray Charles Foundation Wins Round In Battle With His 7 Children

Confusing and antiquated copyright laws open the door for a multitude of lawsuits- some much needed (Flo & Eddie) and others more specious. The battle between Ray Charles' 7 children. Continue reading

Bruce Houghton on 08/03/2015 in Major Labels | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: copyright, Corporation, Exclusive right, Happy Birthday to You, Los Angeles Times, Mildred J. Hill, Patty Hill, Public domain, Warner Music Group, Warner/Chappell Music

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The “Happy Birthday” Copyright Bombshell

Are we seeing more blurred lines controversy? For years Warner/Chappell have been collecting millions in royalties off of the song "Happy Birthday," but recent evidence, revealed last minute during a. Continue reading

Guest Post on 07/30/2015 in Music Business | Permalink | Comments (0)

Tags: Birthday Song, Cable Piano Company, copyright, Copyright Act of 1909, Happy Birthday to You, Mildred J. Hill, Patty Hill, Public domain, Warner Music Group, Warner/Chappell Music

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