Swedish supergroup ABBA has requested that Donald Trump cease using their music at his campaign rallies, stating that they have not granted permission for their songs to be used. The band recently discovered their music and videos being used at a Trump event online, prompting them to request the removal of such content. However, a spokesperson for the Trump campaign claims that they have obtained a license to play ABBA music through agreements with performing rights organizations BMI and ASCAP.
ABBA joins a long list of artists who have objected to Trump using their music at his rallies, including Bruce Springsteen, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. Despite campaigns not needing explicit permission to use songs at rallies if they have a blanket license, ABBA has made it clear they do not want their music associated with Trump’s events. Videos have surfaced showing ABBA’s music being played at Trump rallies, including their hit song “The Winner Takes it All.”
The iconic group, known for hits like “Waterloo” and “The Winner Takes It All,” recently made a comeback with the release of their album “Voyage” in 2021. ABBA’s request to stop using their music adds to the ongoing tensions between musicians and political figures who use their songs without permission. The band’s stance reflects their desire to control the use of their music and protect their artistic integrity.
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