Artist Rights

Jack White rips Trump campaign for posting band’s song: ‘Don’t even think about using my music you fascists’

Jack White is not one to mince his words, and his recent call-out of the Trump campaign for using his band’s song without permission is another example of his unapologetic nature. The issue of politicians using songs without the artist’s consent has become somewhat of a meme, with various musicians expressing their disdain for having their music associated with political figures they do not support. In this case, Jack White made it clear that he would not stand for his music being used by what he described as “fascists”.

It’s intriguing to see how artists like Jack White, who stand against the values and ideologies of the Trump campaign, are vocal about their opposition to having their music used in such contexts.… Continue reading

Beyoncé Threatens Cease-and-Desist Over Trump Campaign’s ‘Freedom’ Video

As news broke that Beyoncé was issuing a cease-and-desist over the Trump campaign’s unauthorized use of her song, ‘Freedom,’ my first instinct was one of admiration for her swift and assertive action. In a world where artists often struggle to protect their intellectual property, it is refreshing to see someone of her caliber taking a stand against such blatant misuse.

The issue of artists having their work misappropriated for political gain is not a new phenomenon. However, the audacity of the Trump campaign to use Beyoncé’s music without permission is particularly egregious. It speaks to a larger issue of disrespect for individual rights and the assumption that powerful figures can simply disregard the wishes of those they seek to exploit.… Continue reading