All Your Questions About Drake's Legal Battle with UMG Answered
Drake filed two legal briefing against his label, Universal Music Group (UMG), over the success of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us." Here is everything you need to know.
Drake Has Doubled Down On His Legal Dispute With UMG, Accusing The Label Of Defamation In A New Filing
In the new filing, Drake’s attorneys (by way of Frozen Moments, LLC) claim UMG “could have refused to release or distribute the song or required the offending material to be edited and/or removed. But UMG chose to do the opposite.
Drake files 2nd petition against UMG over Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’
Drake has filed a second legal petition against Universal Music Group (UMG) over Kendrick Lamar’s diss song ‘Not Like Us’. This latest development marks an unprecedented escalation in what music industry experts are calling one of hip-hop’s most significant legal battles.
Drake files another action against UMG, this time over that "certified pedophile" lyric
Now, per Billboard, Drake has filed a second action in Texas accusing the music giant of “defamation” and not halting the release of a song “falsely accusing him of being a sex offender.” “Not Like Us” infamously cast Drake as a “certified pedophile,
Drake’s Lawsuit Against UMG & Spotify Explained
Drake has taken legal action against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Spotify, accusing them of conspiring to manipulate streaming platforms in favor of Kendrick Lamar’s music while suppressing his own.
Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of artificially inflating streams of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" in court filing
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
Experts Weigh In on Drake’s Legal Filings Against UMG: ‘This Gets Nowhere Near Trial’
According to one entertainment industry lawyer, there’s not much “meat on the bone” with Drake’s recent filings against UMG.
Drake Accuses UMG & Spotify of Inflating ‘Not Like Us' | Billboard News
Drake has filed legal action against UMG and Spotify over Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us," claiming the song's numbers were inflated. Keep watching to see the full story. Tetris Kelly:Drake is in his "First Person Shooter" mood as he files legal action against UMG and Spotify,
Drake threatens to sue Universal Music Group, Spotify for inflating 'Not Like Us' streams
Drake alleges Universal Music Group and Spotify schemed to "artificially inflate the popularity" of Kendrick Lamar's diss track, "Not Like Us."
Drake Escalates Dispute With Kendrick Lamar in Court Filings
Drake has escalated his dispute with fellow rap superstar Kendrick Lamar, filing a pair of court notices warning of legal action against major music companies for what Drake called manipulative promotion of Lamar's megahit "Not Like Us.
Drake's Company Accuses UMG of Alleged 'Schemes' to 'Artificially Inflate' Kendrick Lamar's 'Not Like Us'
Lamar released 'Not Like Us' via UMG's subsidiary Interscope amid a heated rap battle with Drake in May 2024 Drake's company has filed a petition against Universal Music Group for allegedly falsifying the success of Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us" diss track.
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Shocking revelations from Drake’s legal battle with UMG and Spotify
In a turn of events that feels ripped from a Netflix drama, Drake has lobbed a legal grenade at Universal Music Group (UMG) ...
In court filing, Drake alleges UMG and Spotify artificially inflated popularity of diss track ‘Not Like Us’
Drake has filed a court petition against Spotify and UMG, alleging that they artificially inflated popularity of diss track ...
Drake Files 2nd Petition Questioning UMG’s Promotion of Kendrick Lamar’s Diss Track Labeling Him a Sex Offender
The petition states UMG conspired to boost the track despite knowing the song is "falsely accusing him of being a sex ...
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DJ Akademiks exposes Spotify-UMG deal behind Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Not Like Us’ in search results
DJ Akademiks exposes a Spotify-UMG controversy, alleging the manipulation of search results to promote Not Like Us.
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Did Kendrick Lamar or UMG Remove ‘Not Like Us’ Copyright Restrictions to Incentivize Influencers to Spread the Song?
While Kendrick Lamar is basking in the glory of the release of his new GNX album, he is also surrounded by controversy. On ...
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Kevin Durant Sticks By Drake Despite UMG Petitions And Public Backlash
Kevin Durant supporting Drake should not be a shock. Drizzy has name-dropped him in several records, specifically “Pop That,” ...
Executive Turntable: UMG Touts Liszt of Promotions in Classics Group, Plus Opry’s New COO
This week's Executive Turntable features UMG's Global Classics & Jazz division, Opry Entertainment, Downtown, Big Loud, Yellow Dog and Anyma.