In this week's episode of the B.O.M.B. Podcast, Professor Butler discusses the copyright infringement lawsuit filed by singer Neil Young against Donald Trump and his reelection campaign, for the infringing use of two of Young’s songs while on the campaign trail.  Professor Butler will explore the exclusive right to public performance, the significance of the Performance Rights Organizations (PRO's), exceeding the scope of a performance license, and how to avoid having a political candidate use your music without your permission.

Neil Young, Donald Trump Spar Over ‘Rockin’ in the Free World’ Use

https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/neil-young-donald-trump-spar-over-rockin-in-the-free-world-use-42869/

Using Music in Political Campaigns

https://www.ascap.com/~/media/files/pdf/advocacy-legislation/political_campaign.pdf