This is the most outlandish attack yet, from the greedy stupid major record labels – On Ellen ?
co’mon, the songs get played – folks dance and they sell records afterwards. so what’s the real problem ? the problem is the greedy major record co’s want to milk the industry dry. it means smaller co’s like the one I work for, have little to no share of the market. the ability to promote music by artists has also run into this very same glitch.
is there ever going to be enough for these greedy bastards ?
I doubt it,
It’s Music Monday – Lets Dance !
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Record labels sue over use of songs on “Ellen” show
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Four of the world’s biggest recording companies have sued the producers of “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” accusing them of using songs without permission.
On the popular daytime program, which averages about 3 million viewers daily, newly named “American Idol” judge and show host DeGeneres dances to popular tunes selected by a deejay.
The program is produced and distributed by various divisions of Time Warner Inc. While DeGeneres is not named specifically, the suit names her company, A Very Good Production.
The lawsuit, which seeks an unspecified amount of damages, said “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” has used more than 1,000 songs without permission.
In the lawsuit, which was filed on Wednesday in federal court in Nashville, Tennessee, the labels said that when they asked why licenses were not obtained for use of the songs, representatives for the show said they “did not roll that way.”
“As sophisticated consumers of music, defendants knew fully well that, regardless of the way they rolled, under the Copyright Act … they needed a license to use the sound recordings lawfully,” the lawsuit stated.
The lawsuit was filed by Warner Music Group Corp, Sony Corp’s Sony Music Entertainment, Vivendi SA’s Universal Music Group, and EMI Group.
In a statement, Warner Bros said it had been working with the labels for “many months” to resolve the issue of how songs are used on the show, “after years of a good working relationship between the parties.”
“It is unfortunate that the record labels have resorted to filing a suit over a straightforward business dispute which the show has always been prepared, and remains willing, to resolve on amicable and reasonable terms,” Warner Bros said.
(Reporting by Alex Dobuzinskis: Editing by Dean Goodman)
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And You Know It !!!
thanks for the comment
As far as Ellen D goes. We agree and disagree.
Yes, the record companies are ridiculous and they're responsible for their own demise. They've had little vision and are now trying to grub for any money that's left.
On the other hand, Ellen should know better. Using music w/out permission is not cool. As an artist, I like to at least be contacted if my music is going to be used in some form. Of course in this case the artist may not get any of the money, but it's still the right way to do it.
You are SO right on. If they were pissed about it, why did it take her announcement as the new American Idol judge for them to say/do anything?
The greedy just get greedier…and I…well, I just get broker. lol xx
so OldY.. aheheh! 1st time to hear thIs. ahehhe! happt MM
I'd be curious to know how many extra songs or albums have been bought or downloaded as a result of Ellen playing them on her show. Maybe someone should look into that and determine who got the better end of the deal.
Shelly I KNOW THA'S RIGHT
they need to respect the fact that she sold music.
justa buncha asses fo real doh.
It seems that in this country we like to build people up just so we can tear them down. Ellen playing music on her show is free endorsement and maybe the best ad a muscian could want. You said it right: GREED with no appreciation.
the record companies think that they can win against Ellen ?
that's just not gonna happen. the problem will get a lot of publicity
and finally if people know – maybe it will get the attention and be
resolved once and for all.
thanks for your comment sweets
Leave Ellen alone
I happen to like her and respect her strive for independence.
She probably did not think it was going to be an issue because everyone else gets away with breaking the law. Just look at the politicians…
Now what type of precident are they setting?????
She will get a slap on the hand and as was said all publicity is good publicity for television people!
I'm with Shelly. Before they try to break her down, find out about the benefits that were dished out first!!
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