Salt-N-Pepa have filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG) to regain ownership of their master recordings, citing a clause in the US Copyright Act. Cheryl James and Sandra Denton argue that after 35 years, artists can reclaim their copyrights, but UMG claims their early works are 'works made for hire'. Additionally, the duo highlights UMG's punitive removal of their first two album streams, which they argue is to maintain control over their rights. They seek financial damages and an injunction against UMG's claimed infringement on their copyrights.
Cheryl James and Sandra Denton allege that UMG's claims regarding ownership inhibit their legal right to reclaim copyrights due to 35-year transfer law, impacting music access.
The lawsuit reflects Salt-N-Pepa's desire to regain control over iconic hits, asserting that UMG's actions may be detrimental to the group's music legacy and fan accessibility.
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