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Facing the music—PRS v SoundCloud

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Published on: 23 September 2015
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Table of contents

  • What is the background to this dispute?
  • What are the legal issues for PRS and SoundCloud?
  • What is likely to happen if the claim reaches court?
  • What should lawyers advise their musician clients?

Article summary

IP & IT analysis: What does the dispute between PRS for Music (PRS) and SoundCloud reveal about copyright law in the online music industry? Carol Isherwood, associates at Shoosmiths LLP, gives a brief overview of this case and offers advice to lawyers, and musicians, that are involved in such disputes.

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