Drake Faces Copyright Strike from Universal Music Group Over Unreleased Tracks
Drake has recently encountered legal trouble with Universal Music Group (UMG) following his unexpected release of unreleased music.
The superstar's move to share previously unheard tracks has led to a copyright violation claim from the music giant.
Drake’s Unreleased Music Sparks Copyright Violation Claim from Universal:
On August 8, Drake’s burner Instagram account, @plottttwistttttt, posted a screenshot of a copyright strike notification issued by Instagram.
The notification revealed that UMG had filed the complaint, but it did not specify which tracks or content led to the violation.
Earlier this week, Drake stunned fans with an unconventional release of a vast collection of old music and related content.
Through a newly created website, 100gigs.org, and promoted via the Instagram handle @plottttwistttttt, Drake made available a massive 100 gigabytes of files, including songs, videos, and even images of his private plane's interior.
Among the files released were three previously unheard tracks that have caught the attention of fans and industry insiders alike.
The tracks include “It’s Up,” featuring collaborations with Young Thug and 21 Savage, “Housekeeping Knows,” with Latto, and a third track titled “Blue Green Red.”
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This unprecedented release by Drake has set the music world abuzz, showcasing the artist’s wide range of work that had previously remained under wraps.
However, the excitement has been tempered by the legal repercussions of his actions.
The copyright claim from UMG underscores the challenges artists face when sharing unreleased material, especially when it involves major record labels and copyright laws.
The situation highlights the tension between artistic expression and legal boundaries in the music industry.
Drake’s decision to share such a vast amount of personal content via social media has sparked considerable debate.
While it provides a rare glimpse into his creative process and unreleased works, it also brings to light the complexities of managing intellectual property rights in the digital age.
As the situation develops, fans and industry watchers will be keen to see how this legal issue unfolds and whether it impacts future releases by the artist.