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Spotify Hit With Copyright-Violation Claims by National Music Publishers Association
Spotify was hit with a cease-and-desist letter from the National Music Publishers Assn. over its use of lyrics and its remix feature.
over its use of lyrics in its recently launched video function and podcasts, and its remix feature that enables users to speed up or otherwise edit songs to create derivative works. “Regardless of the mechanical and public performance licenses Spotify may have, however, the use of lyrics and music in videos and podcasts on its platform requires rights that must be negotiated directly with rightsholders in a free market,” the letter continues, citing legal documents detailing the laws. The letter then demands that Spotify remove any unlicensed lyrics, music videos and podcasts, or any remix feature, or face copyright liability.
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