Olivia Dean accused of copying Bill Withers' Just The Two of Us
Key takeaway
Mattie Music Group sues Olivia Dean's label and publishers over alleged melody copying of Bill Withers' 'Just The Two of Us'.
- Step 1 · The triggerMattie Music Group files a copyright suit in California alleging melody copying of Bill Withers' 'Just The Two of Us'.
- Step 2 · Knock-onCapitol Records and Universal Music Group face litigation costs and potential royalty liability as named defendants.
- Step 3 · Knock-onIf the claim succeeds, streaming platforms like Spotify and YouTube must re-license or remove the track, reducing catalogue revenue.
- Step 4 · Reaches youUK SMEs licensing major-label catalogues face higher clearance costs and takedown risk on similar tracks.
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Source: bbc.co.uk
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