Jimi Hendrix’s late bandmates get green light to sue over album royalties
Case says that dead bandmates of legendary guitarist are owed royalties over ‘ongoing exploitation’ | Judge views that claimants have a ‘more than arguable’ chance of success in case against record company | Digital streaming not contemplated when deals were signed.
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21 January 2022 The estate of Jimi Hendrix is suing heirs of his former bandmates, alleging that they had threatened to file a lawsuit in UK court to claim unpaid royalties.
20 March 2017 The estate of rock musician Jimi Hendrix has filed a lawsuit against Hendrix’s brother Leon, alleging trademark and copyright infringement.