Examples Flashcards
1
Q
1989 - first case to gain major media coverage
A
The Turtles vs De La Soul
2
Q
What was under dispute?
A
The Turtles sued De La Soul for unauthorized use of “You Showed Me” for their song “Transmitting Live From Mars”
3
Q
Impact of result
A
The Turtles won - record companies became more wary of supporting sample-based artists for fear of legal battles and subsequent penalties
4
Q
1991 case
A
Grand Upright Music Ltd. vs Warner Bros. Records
5
Q
What was under dispute?
A
Biz Markie sued for sampling a Gilbert O’Sullivan composition without license
6
Q
Verdict of Judge Kevin Thomas Duffy
A
Biz Markie had shown “callous disregard for the law”
