DistroKid confirms track removals following UMG copyright infringement claims
DistroKid, a prominent music distribution service, has confirmed it removed an unspecified number of tracks from its platform. This action was taken in response to copyright infringement claims made by Universal Music Group (UMG). Independent artists initially reported the quiet removal of their songs, leading to confusion and disputes over the reasons for the takedowns. DistroKid's confirmation followed widespread reports from affected artists and clarified that the removals were a direct consequence of UMG's demands, which are part of an ongoing legal dispute concerning the use of copyrighted material.
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4 outlets covered “DistroKid confirms track removals following UMG copyright infringement claims”. All of them report the following:
- DistroKid removed songs from its platform
- The removals were in response to claims from Universal Music Group (UMG)
- Artists were affected by the takedowns
- Artists disputed the removals
- The takedowns were initially quiet or unannounced by DistroKid
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