The termination notices issue (w/r/t copyright, artist rights, etc. in the US)

xpost -- As I understand it, pretty much, though there's doubtless more I'm missing -- a lot of it comes down to the validity of the work for hire argument as well being advanced by the companies. The Eagles, especially Don Henley, are also champing at the bit on this one.

― Ned Raggett, Tuesday, 8 May 2012 19:34 (1 year ago) Permalink

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― yo just a couple (Matt P), Tuesday, 8 May 2012 19:36 (1 year ago) Permalink

keeping my fingers crossed for a giant shitshow

― yo just a couple (Matt P), Tuesday, 8 May 2012 19:39 (1 year ago) Permalink

An NYT post that sets things clearer:

http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/08/village-people-singer-wins-a-legal-battle-in-fight-to-reclaim-song-rights/

― Ned Raggett, Tuesday, 8 May 2012 21:00 (1 year ago) Permalink