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Allen Klein Demands 100% Publishing Rights for The Verve's 'Bitter Sweet Symphony'

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 13
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What happened

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The Verve secured permission from Decca records to use a sample from The Rolling Stones' song "The Last Time" for their 1997 hit, "Bitter Sweet Symphony." However, Allen Klein, the former manager of The Rolling Stones, demanded 100% of the song's publishing rights.

From wpdh.com

Why it matters

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The dispute centers on the ownership and control of intellectual property rights for a major hit song. The outcome determines future revenue streams related to the song's use and licensing.

From wpdh.com

Who's involved

  • DeccaBritish record label that granted permission for the sample used in the song.
  • Allen KleinFormer manager who demanded 100% of the publishing rights for the song.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Allen KleinSpeculative

    Allen Klein could gain guaranteed future revenue streams through the acquisition of 100% publishing rights.

  • AshcroftSpeculative

    Ashcroft might see its ownership and control affected by the agreement fixing payment at $1,000.

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