The US Government comes to the aid of Led Zeppelin in the “Stairway to Heaven” case
August 16th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
If you’ve been following along, you’ll know that the estate of Randy California, the late leader of a band called
Browsing the "Stairway to Heaven" Tag
This discovery could TOTALLY screw up American copyright law when it comes to plagiarism allegations with songs
June 24th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
What if thousands of songs under copyright turned out not to be? Would that mean that iconic tracks are up
Random music news for Tuesday, June 11, 2019
June 11th, 2019 | by Alan Cross
Tyrion turns 50 today. He used to front a punk band back in the day. As for other music news
Trying to explain the craziness of the “Stairway to Heaven”/”Taurus” copyright suit.
October 17th, 2018 | by Alan Cross
Confused about how there could be a vicious plagiarism case involving “Stairway to Heaven” from Led Zeppelin and Spirit’s “Taurus?”
Running Through “Stairway to Heaven” Backwards: Satan? Is That You?
June 26th, 2017 | by Alan Cross
If you’re of a certain age, you’ll remember the hysteria propagated by religious types about backmasking, the alleged hiding of
Remember the “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Trial? An Appeal Has Been Filed.
March 18th, 2017 | by Alan Cross
Here we go again. Last summer, a judge dismissed the case that alleged plagiarism and copyright infringement on the part of
Just for Fun, Here’s Dolly Parton Doing “Stairway to Heaven”
November 27th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
It’s an old post–five years, at least–but thanks to Pamela for the reminder. This is pretty good, no
What If K-Tel Had Released a Collection Just Featuring Versions of “Stairway to Heaven”
August 4th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Oh, SCTV. We miss you so much. Pamela points us in the direction of this “Stairway to Heaven” concept
Jury Decides That Led Zeppelin Did NOT Rip Off Spirit for “Stairway to Heaven”
June 23rd, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Led Zeppelin may have, er, appropriated some works and passed them off as their own (here are ten examples along with
Now That the “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Trial Has Gone to the Jury…
June 23rd, 2016 | by Alan Cross
The trial to determine if Jimmy Page and Robert Plant owe money for ripping off bits of “Stairway to Heaven”
The “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Case FINALLY Starts Next Week
June 9th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
To recap: lawyers representing the remains of the band Spirit want a judge and jury to decide if Jimmy Page
Random Music News for Tuesday, June 7, 2016
June 7th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
It was 25 years ago that Mount Pinatubo blew its stack in the Philippines. So much dust was thrown into
Random Music News for Friday, May 27, 2016
May 27th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Note to Toronto coffee drinkers: Try Quantum Coffee at King and Spadina. Wow. And now, some music news. Beyonce and
Could Led Zeppelin Settle Their “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Suit for…HOW MUCH?
April 28th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
My LA correspondent, Pamela Chelin, someone who is ready to cover the “Stairway to Heaven” vs. “Taurus” plagiarism trial, is
An Interesting Consideration for the Led Zeppelin “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Trial
April 27th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
If you’ve been following this story, the accusation is that Jimmy Page lifted material for “Stairway to Heaven” from a
Jimmy Page and Robert Plant Will NOT Testify at the “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Trial
April 26th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Sorry, Zep watchers, but counsel for Messers Plant and Page (along with John Paul Jones, who had nothing to do
Here’s the Latest Fun Twist on the “Stairway to Heaven” Plagiarism Charge
April 19th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Barring any kind of out-of-court settlement (which I’m told is highly unlikely), jury selection starts May 10 for the LA-based
So About That “Stairway to Heaven” Lawsuit: There’s a New Wrinkle.
April 18th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Barring any out-of-court settlement, the jury trial pitting Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” against Spirit’s “Taurus” will begin May 10.
What’s the Difference Between Theft or Inspiration When It Comes to Musical Copyright Lawsuits?
April 14th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Led Zeppelin is headed to a jury trial starting May 10 to determine if “Stairway to Heaven” is a ripoff
Did Led Zeppelin Steal “Stairway to Heaven?” The Case is Going to Trial
April 12th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
While Led Zeppelin admitted to pinching some old blues tracks and claiming them as their own, no one ever questioned
Random Music News for Tuesday, April 5, 2016
April 5th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
It’s still winter outside my back door. Where are you, spring? At least there’s some music news to talk about.
Random Music News for Monday, February 29, 2016
February 29th, 2016 | by Alan Cross
Every four years, we have to work an extra day. Grit your teeth and it’ll be over soon. And now,
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