• Copyright Law: Taylor Swift and the Music Industry

  • Oct 23 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
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Copyright Law: Taylor Swift and the Music Industry

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  • In this episode of The School of Law Podcast from the University of Aberdeen, Professor Abbe Brown, Dr Titilayo Adebola, and Professor Greg Gordon discuss the complex legal landscape of copyright law, with the Taylor Swift case as a central example. The episode explores how copyright operates as a property right, its territorial nature, and the significant role of contracts in determining artists' control over their creations.

    Using Swift's re-recording of her back catalogue as a case study, the discussion delves into the legal challenges artists face when signing contracts early in their careers. The conversation also touches on broader issues, including international copyright treaties and the evolving norms in the music industry.

    For legal professionals, students, and artists alike, this episode provides key insights into the intricate relationship between copyright law and the creative industries.
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