Swiss Music Pioneer Wins Compensation from Jay-Z for Unauthorized Sample

89-year-old Swiss musician Bruno Spoerri received CHF30,000 from Jay-Z for unauthorized use of his 1978 composition, highlighting international copyright protection for Swiss artists.

Key Takeaways

Bruno Spoerri, 89-year-old Swiss musician, received CHF30,000 from Jay-Z for unauthorized sample use
The sampled composition 'On the Way' was originally recorded in 1978 for the film 'Lilith'
Jay-Z used the sample in his song 'Versus'
Spoerri is a pioneer in Swiss jazz, film music, and electronic music

By The Numbers

30000

Swiss Francs compensation

Years of musical career

They Said

"Fake news! They simply stole my song, lowered the melody half a note and amplified the beat"
— Bruno Spoerri

Swiss Veteran Musician Wins Copyright Battle

The Unauthorized Sample Discovery

Legal Resolution and Compensation

Bruno Spoerri's Legacy in Swiss Music

International Copyright Implications

Sources & References

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Key Takeaways

Bruno Spoerri, 89-year-old Swiss musician, received CHF30,000 from Jay-Z for unauthorized sample use
The sampled composition 'On the Way' was originally recorded in 1978 for the film 'Lilith'
Jay-Z used the sample in his song 'Versus'
Spoerri is a pioneer in Swiss jazz, film music, and electronic music

By The Numbers

30000

Swiss Francs compensation

Years of musical career

They Said

"Fake news! They simply stole my song, lowered the melody half a note and amplified the beat"
— Bruno Spoerri

Key Takeaways

By The Numbers

They Said

Swiss Veteran Musician Wins Copyright Battle

The Unauthorized Sample Discovery

Legal Resolution and Compensation

Bruno Spoerri's Legacy in Swiss Music

International Copyright Implications

Sources & References

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