DistroKid confirms song takedowns tied to UMG lawsuit claims
DistroKid says a small number of recordings were removed after Universal Music Group made claims in its lawsuit against the distributor.
DistroKid has confirmed that it is removing songs from its platform in direct response to claims made by Universal Music Group, according to The Verge. The distributor said the takedowns are tied to the music company's allegations.
Musician McGwire said six of his songs were removed from streaming without notice from DistroKid. One of them was a cover of Stevie Wonder's "Isn't She Lovely," which McGwire says he properly licensed.
Nerdcore rapper Insane Ian posted that an original song was taken down without warning or explanation. Rapper King Chase told The Verge that an entire album for an artist he worked with was removed without communication.
DistroKid VP of Artist Services Amanda Ferri said a very small number of recordings have been removed in response to UMG's claims.
Background
In September, Universal Music Group filed a lawsuit claiming DistroKid has created an "AI-slop pipeline."
Quick answers
Why is DistroKid removing songs?
DistroKid says the removals are a direct response to claims made by Universal Music Group in its lawsuit against the distributor.
How many recordings have been removed?
DistroKid VP of Artist Services Amanda Ferri said a very small number of recordings have been removed in response to UMG's claims.
When did Universal Music Group file the lawsuit?
Universal Music Group filed the lawsuit in September, according to the facts reported by The Verge.