Peloton said earlier this week that it would remove classes featuring songs that are the focus of a new lawsuit. Some users are furious about that.
announced Monday that it would remove classes featuring the more than 1,000 songs by artists that were named in a $150 million copyright lawsuit filed by a group of music publishers earlier this month.Peloton members have taken to Reddit to vent their frustration about classes being cut.
Peloton members have taken to Reddit to complain about the company's decision to cut certain classes earlier this week. In a letter to Peloton members on Monday, CEO John Foley said the company would no longer offer classes featuring the more than 1,000 songs by artists that were named in a $150 million copyright lawsuit filed by a group of music publishers on March 19. These publishers havesuch as Drake, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Justin Timberlake.
"Peloton respects the rights of all creators, including performing artists and songwriters. The filing of the lawsuit is unfortunate and disappointing, as it occurred after what appeared to be fruitful discussions with most of the publishers named. Regardless, out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to remove classes that feature songs that were identified by these publishers," Foley said in the letter to members.
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