Trump Vs. Foo Fighters: Former President Uses Song 'My Hero' At Rally Without Permission, Band Pledges Royalties Donation To Harris Campaign
Portfolio Pulse from Chris Katje
Former President Donald Trump used the Foo Fighters' song 'My Hero' at a rally without permission. The band plans to donate any royalties from this use to Kamala Harris' campaign. The song was originally released under Capitol Records, a unit of Warner Music Group (NASDAQ:WMG), and later under RCA Records, a unit of Sony Group Corp (NYSE:SONY).
August 26, 2024 | 9:32 pm
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Sony Group Corp (SONY) is indirectly involved as the current label for Foo Fighters. The band's stance against unauthorized use of their music may influence perceptions of Sony's artist management.
SONY is the current label for Foo Fighters, and while the band is taking action independently, the situation may reflect on Sony's handling of artist rights and management.
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Warner Music Group (WMG) is indirectly involved as the original label for Foo Fighters' 'My Hero', which was used without permission by Trump. The band's response may highlight WMG's catalog and artist rights.
WMG is mentioned as the original label for the song, but the direct impact on WMG is limited as the band has since moved to another label. The situation may raise awareness about artist rights, indirectly affecting WMG.
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RELEVANCE 50