[Upd-discuss] Cliff Richard challenges EU rock'n'roll 'swindle'

[becky@idnet.co.uk]

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Quick question - are Cliff's moral rights over songs he has both created=
 and performed affected once the performance rights have expired?

---- Message from James Davis <jamesd@jml.net> at 2004-11-01 14:30:21 ------
>http://business.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,13130-1338692,00.html
>
>The most successful singles artist in British chart history, Sir Cliff,
>63, said that he was leading a fight for music?s unsung heroes. "I am very
>fortunate because I continue to earn money," said the singer, who last
>night secured his 59th top ten album with Something's Goin' On. "But what
>about the Shadows or the families of Tommy Steele, Adam Faith or Lonnie
>Donegan? Many artists rely on one hit record as their sole source of
>income, but now they will earn nothing. I feel a responsibility to speak
>out for them?
>
>Sir Cliff, who is well known for his Christian beliefs, added: "I am told
>that my recordings could even be used in pornographic films and there's
>not a thing I could do about it. I will have no control over how my music
>is used. I believe performers must be entitled to their dignity."
>
>Let me summarise:
>
>- Performing just one hit record entitles you to an income for life. This
>contrasts quite nicely with many people in this country who have worked
>hard all their life have to live on the state pension of =A379.60 a week.
>
>- Those that have contributed less to our culture deserve more protection
>than those who have contributed more.
>
>- The public domain is a great resource for pornographers who can't wait
>to use Cliff Richard in their soundtracks.
>
>I really don't know where to start.
>
>James
>
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