"hat's because he almost certainly does not hold the copyright on these recordings. Under nearly every label contract (and especially those from the 60's), recording artists were required to assign the copyright to the label."
That's true - but many did later deals to reclaim their property in exchange for licensing later work - eg the Rolling Stones. I'd be surprised if Dylan had not done a deal with Sony./div>
While it's always a joy to read that these chancers and quacks have failed (whether or not supported by M$, Aliens or Swiss Cheese), the story really needs an ending.
Who paid the lawyers bills? What's happening about Google's original invoice? I think we should be told!/div>
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But Let's Not Forget ...
Sure, EasyJet handled it badly.
They should have politley but firmly refused him a flight and marked him up to be banned forever. As was their perfect right.
Everyone's whining about his rights - what about my right not to have a plabne with him. Ever?
Fire away; I've made my point, and had worse in Twitter./div>
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That's true - but many did later deals to reclaim their property in exchange for licensing later work - eg the Rolling Stones. I'd be surprised if Dylan had not done a deal with Sony./div>
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Who paid the lawyers bills? What's happening about Google's original invoice? I think we should be told!/div>
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