In 2022, Ed Sheeran won a lawsuit claiming he’d copied elements of another artist’s song for his song “Shape of You”. This lawsuit was inevitable because of the music industry’s long-standing battle against fair use. Sheeran’s plight echoes the Bridgeport Music case, where the court judged N.W.A.’s song “100 Miles and Runnin’” to violate Bridgeport Music’s copyright. The song sampled an older song but distorted it beyond recognition. The case set a precedent—even a passing resemblance to an old song was enough for a copyright lawsuit. Read full article here
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Electrical Muscle Stimulation Takes The Work Out Of Your Workouts
Growing stronger and losing weight without putting in the effort seems like a fairytale, right? Electrical muscle stimulation might make the dream come true. During EMS, a full-body suit sends out electric charges that stimulate your muscles as if you’ve actually worked out. Older people, in particular, are reaping the benefits. Since they can’t do traditional strength training anymore, EMS is a viable alternative that keeps them healthy and strong. Some evidence suggests that the benefits go beyond strength training; EMS seems to promote cell growth and slow down the ageing process! Read full article here