DistroKid has been quietly taking down songs in response to UMG lawsuit
THE SO WHAT
Distribution platforms are starting to enforce label risk preferences in bulk — artists are discovering their real counterparty is the legal department, not the upload UI. If your product sits between creators and rights holders, build transparent takedown workflows now or expect reputational drag later.
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