Music Law

APRA AMCOS says works by artists including Kylie Minogue, Midnight Oil, Crowded House and Lorde have been identified in leaked AI training datasets, reigniting debate over copyright protections and licensing for artificial intelligence platforms.

Rick Beato, the producer, educator and one of YouTube's most influential music commentators, will visit Australia and New Zealand for a series of live shows in October 2026.

APRA AMCOS and SOCAN have issued a joint statement during the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to Australia, urging governments to ensure songwriters and composers are protected as Artificial Intelligence reshapes the global creative economy.

Photographer Jamie Nelson takes legal action against Amy Taylor and Amyl & The Sniffers, challenging alleged misuse of her work

Irving Azoff, one of the most powerful music men in the world, is taking charge of a coalition of artists including Don Henley, Bryan Adams and Rod Stewart, to take on Congress over Copyright change.

The controversial comedy The Interview is facing an even bigger problem than causing a war with North Korea. It is alleged to have breached copyright.

The Beatles first single, Love Me Do / P.S. I Love You, has entered the public domain in Europe and small labels are already taking advantage of the situation.