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UMG Recordings asks to dismiss American Federation of Musicians’ complaint as foreclosed by the Sound Recording Labor Agreement

UMG Recordings has asked a court to dismiss the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada's complaint, arguing that the musicians' claims for compensation from AI company settlements are barred by the Sound Recording Labor Agreement. The dispute centers on whether musicians are entitled to a share of settlements reached with AI companies under the agreement's terms.

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UMG Recordings asks to dismiss American Federation of Musicians’ complaint as foreclosed by the Sound Recording Labor Agreement
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Fascinating dispute between the music labels and the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada over whether the musicians are entitled to compensation from the settlements struck thus far with AI companies.

UMG Recordings says no based on the provisions of the Sound Recording Labor Agreement, at least UMG’s interpretation.

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