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DistroKid removes songs amid UMG lawsuit

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DistroKid has confirmed to The Verge that it removed a small number of recordings in response to claims made by UMG. The takedowns come amid a lawsuit UMG filed against the distributor. DistroKid did not specify which recordings were removed or how many, beyond describing the number as small.

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Oct 10
  1. The Verge · AI
    DistroKid confirms song takedowns are a response to UMG's lawsuit

    DistroKid has confirmed to The Verge that it removed a small number of recordings in response to claims made by UMG.

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