Foo Fighters responded directly to inquiries about the unauthorized use of their song 'My Hero' at a rally endorsing Donald Trump, stating, 'No.' This blunt refusal underscores the band’s clear stance against Trump’s campaign and the use of their music without permission.
A representative from Foo Fighters elaborated that the band was never asked for permission to use the song and assured that, had they been contacted, they would have denied any such request. This response highlights the band's commitment to distancing themselves from Trump's political alignment.
The legal landscape surrounding Trump's campaign music choices is complex due to broad ASCAP and BMI licenses. While many artists have expressed their discontent with unauthorized usages of their music, lawsuits are rare, with only a few artists actually following through on legal action.
In contrast to Trump’s approach to rally music, the 2024 Democratic ticket has sought permission from artists for their music. For instance, Kamala Harris is using Beyoncé's 'Freedom' with approval, illustrating a more respectful strategy towards artist rights.
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