13. Januar 2025|
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|11 months agoSwiss Music Pioneer Wins Compensation from Jay-Z for Unauthorized Sample
89-year-old Swiss musician Bruno Spoerri received CHF30,000 from Jay-Z for unauthorized use of his 1978 composition, highlighting international copyright protection for Swiss artists.
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- Bruno Spoerri, 89-year-old Swiss musician, received CHF30,000 from Jay-Z for unauthorized sample use
- The sampled composition 'On the Way' was originally recorded in 1978 for the film 'Lilith'
- Jay-Z used the sample in his song 'Versus'
- Spoerri is a pioneer in Swiss jazz, film music, and electronic music
By The Numbers
30000
Swiss Francs compensation
70
Years of musical career
They Said
"Fake news! They simply stole my song, lowered the melody half a note and amplified the beat"
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Swiss Veteran Musician Wins Copyright Battle
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The Unauthorized Sample Discovery
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Legal Resolution and Compensation
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Bruno Spoerri's Legacy in Swiss Music
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