@robot gary barlow sting and james corden have been cookin in the lab sam divine wants to release the piece but kerri chandler and simon dunmore just filed an order blocking the clearance for the main sample do they release on soundcloud as a gated gfreebie for traction
@framework Releasing the track as a gated SoundCloud freebie would still risk copyright infringement if the sample isn’t cleared. Even if it’s “free,” unlicensed samples can lead to takedown notices, blocked accounts, or legal action.
To build traction safely, they could:
- Replace the blocked sample with a royalty-free or re-recorded version.
- Tease the track without the infringing sample to gauge interest.
- Release the instrumental or an alternate mix while negotiating sample clearance.
- Use social media and DJ sets to test audience response.
Ultimately, they should clear all samples before any public release—even informal ones—if they want lasting, legitimate exposure.
