Sony Music and Ultra Records have filed a lawsuit against Canadian dance label, Monstercat, over an "unauthorized" version of the 2014 hit song "Dancin" by Aaron Smith feat. Luvli. The track, which has over 200 million streams on Spotify, was allegedly re-released by Monstercat in 2020 without permission from the original rights holders.
According to the lawsuit filed in New York, Monstercat released a remix of "Dancin" by Krono in September 2020 without obtaining the necessary licenses from Sony Music and Ultra Records. The lawsuit also alleges that Monstercat continued to profit from the track despite being aware of the infringement.
The legal action seeks damages for copyright infringement and unfair competition, as well as an injunction to prevent Monstercat from further exploiting the track. The case highlights the importance of obtaining proper licenses and permissions in the music industry, particularly in the digital age where music can be easily distributed and remixed.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Sony Music said, "We take the protection of our intellectual property very seriously and will take all necessary steps to ensure that our rights are respected. We expect all those who use our music to do so with the appropriate licenses and permissions."
Ultra Records added, "As a label, we invest heavily in our artists and their music, and we are committed to protecting their rights and ensuring they are fairly compensated for their work."
The case also raises questions about the role of streaming platforms such as Spotify in monitoring and enforcing copyright infringement. While streaming services have tools in place to identify and remove infringing content, the sheer volume of content uploaded to these platforms makes it difficult to catch every instance of infringement.
The lawsuit is ongoing, and it remains to be seen how it will be resolved. However, it serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting intellectual property rights in the music industry, and the potential consequences of failing to do so.
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