AI and Copyright: What the Anthropic Decision Means for Musicians,...

Written by John Graham, Associate in Halifax. In June 2025, a U.S. federal court released a major decision involving Anthropic PBC, a leading developer of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The case examined whether training AI models using copyrighted materials without permission can qualify as “fair use” under U.S. law. Although the ruling applies to American […]

September 23, 2025

Five Practical Tips for Music Producers

Written by Matthew Gorman, Partner in Halifax. Producers play a critical role in the music industry. A skilled producer can be the deciding factor between a track becoming a viral hit or fading into obscurity. Behind every successful record is a producer agreement that sets the foundation for the collaboration. Here are five practical tips […]

March 17, 2022

The Importance of Signing a Band Agreement

A well drafted band agreement is critical to ensuring all band members are on the same page from the beginning and will hopefully assist in avoiding disputes altogether, or provide swift clarity in the event a dispute arises.