24 Jun, 10:32··

Musician Earned Millions, Employer Took All Money

Dagens Nyheter

A Swedish musician earned 2.7 million kronor from music streamed on Spotify. The money went to the record label and advertising agency. He is now suing his employer for not paying him royalties.

The musician created music for Spotify’s system using fake artists. This music was streamed over 100 million times. The record label and advertising agency received the 2.7 million kronor payment. The musician claims he should have received royalty money. The Labour Court is hearing the lawsuit brought by the musician against his employer.

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Highlights

Musician Earned Millions

A Swedish musician made 2.7 million kronor by creating music for fake artists.

Employer Kept Funds

The company received the money and did not pay the musician.

Lawsuit Filed Now

The musician is suing his employer in court.

Streaming Generated Revenue

The musician’s music was streamed over 100 million times.

No Royalties Paid

The company only paid the musician his regular salary.

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