DistroKid Removes Independent Artists' Music from Streaming Platforms Following UMG Copyright Lawsuit

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Published: 2026-10-13
Category: entertainment
Source: Rolling Stone

DistroKid has begun removing music from independent artists on streaming platforms in response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed by Universal Music Group. UMG's suit alleges that DistroKid allowed the upload of unauthorized remixes, sped-up versions, and instrumental copies of copyrighted songs. This action has impacted numerous artists, with some reporting takedowns of their original music.

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