Entertainment

Music Industry Copyright Disputes

Updated 2026-09-30 14:10 UTC 2 sources Negative

AI companies are facing criticism for using music without proper permissions. Jamie Njoku-Goodwin, former CEO of U.K. Music, warns about the importance of robust copyright enforcement. Meanwhile, Ashley McBryde defends her stance against Nashville's attempts to change her approach.

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Rolling Stone

Nashville Tried to Change Ashley McBryde. It Failed

"You’re giving me terrible advice. Why should you not feel the effects of this?” the Grammy winner says on Rolling Stone's Nashville Now podcast

2026-09-30 13:53 UTC

Variety

AI Companies Are Raising Millions From Music They Took Without Permission (Guest Post)

Jamie Njoku-Goodwin, OBE, previously served as CEO of U.K. Music and Director of Strategy to the U.K. Prime Minister at No. 10 Downing Street. Variety welcomes responsible commentary, please direct inquiries to music@variety.com. In early 2023, I warned that failing to robustly enforce copyright cou

2026-09-30 14:00 UTC