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Ed Sheeran wins lawsuit against Marvin Gaye’s heirs for copyright

Ed Sheeran wins lawsuit against Marvin Gaye’s heirs for copyright

The world-renowned singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has faced multiple legal allegations of theft, most notably for his single ‘Thinking Out Loud.’ His win clears him of any wrongdoing, and ensures other artists are still free to use chord progressions in any manner they see fit. Ed Sheeran has won a court case in New York this week and was ruled not liable for copyright infringement. He was accused of ‘ripping...

By Bristol, UK
Fundraiser launched after floating shop sinks due to pollution

Fundraiser launched after floating shop sinks due to pollution

The founder of Rubber Ducky Records, Myles Greenwood, has launched a fundraising campaign after his floating independent record shop was destroyed en route to Manchester last week.  Myles Greenwood turned his boat into an independent music shop and venue, housing over 2000 pieces of vinyl and recording equipment. Since October last year, the boat has been drifting through Britain’s waterways, bringing vintage vinyl and radio shows to towns and cities across...

By London, UK
Barbie’s latest attempt at inclusivity has mixed reviews

Barbie’s latest attempt at inclusivity has mixed reviews

Mattel announced its latest Barbie last week, a doll with Down’s Syndrome. But customers are undecided on whether this new stab at inclusivity has been successful.  Toy company Mattel has been churning out Barbie’s of all shapes and sizes recently. From a Barbie with hearing aids, to the first transgender doll, 2022 was a year of inclusivity for Barbie fans the world over. Adding to the roster, Mattel announced...

By Brighton, UK
Should we criticise musicians for entering high luxury fashion?

Should we criticise musicians for entering high luxury fashion?

Frank Ocean’s $27,000 USD sex toy left many fans disappointed and muddled. At what point does a popular musician’s entry into fashion and other high-end avenues become exploitative? Frank Ocean unveiled a $27,000 USD male genital sex toy last year - complete with a nude photography demonstration, obviously - leaving many fans feeling deflated. It’s been six years since the release of Ocean’s last full length LP Blonde, which has...

By Bristol, UK