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DistroKid removes tracks after UMG lawsuit
DistroKid removes tracks following UMG's copyright claims.
In brief
DistroKid removes tracks following UMG's copyright claims. DistroKid removed a small number of tracks after UMG sued claiming AI-generated music infringed their rights. Originally reported by Music Business Worldwide.
DistroKid removes tracks
DistroKid removed a small number of recordings from streaming services after UMG's lawsuit claims.
UMG lawsuit filed
UMG filed a lawsuit against DistroKid on September 15 in US District Court for the District of Delaware.
DistroKid VP response
DistroKid's VP Amanda Ferri said they strongly dispute UMG's lawsuit claims and regret the disruption to artists.
Artists report removals
Artists say their tracks were removed without warning and DistroKid did not contact them before or after removals.
Specific removal examples
One removed track was a Stevie Wonder cover licensed by McGwire, and another used a beat bought on a marketplace.
DistroKid's counter-notice policy
DistroKid says artists can submit a DMCA counter-notice to request reinstatement after 10 business days.
UMG's claims
UMG claims DistroKid distributes AI-generated music that infringes their rights and floods platforms with infringing tracks.
Remedies sought
UMG seeks an injunction to remove all infringing tracks and terminate accounts of repeat infringers.
At a glance
DistroKid removed a small number of tracks after UMG sued claiming AI-generated music infringed their rights.
