ABBA Demands Trump Campaign Cease Use of Their Music
ABBA Requests Trump Stop Unauthorized Music Use
ABBA has formally requested that the Trump campaign discontinue using their music, after noticing it was played without consent at a recent rally. A spokesperson for the legendary group stated, "No request has been received; therefore, no permission or license has been granted."
Legal Aspects of Music Usage in Campaigns
Despite a Trump official claiming a license was obtained through agreements with BMI and ASCAP, legal experts highlight that additional permissions may be necessary when music accompanies visual content. Attorney Heidy Vaquerano pointed out that campaigns must also obtain approval from songwriters and artists.
- ABBA joins other artists like Foo Fighters and Jack White in denouncing unauthorized use of their music by political campaigns.
- The Trump campaign has faced similar backlash from various musicians in the past.
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