Sir Stewart Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 When Doves Cry deserves its own thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 When Doves Cry deserves its own thread. no way, man...you better change that avatar too! Prince moves to sue fan Web sites By Mike Collett-White LONDON (Reuters) - Fan sites dedicated to Prince say they have been served legal notice to remove all images of the singer, his lyrics and "anything linked to Prince's likeness," and have vowed to fight what they said was censorship. The move was a shock to his followers and came two months after Prince threatened to sue YouTube and other major Internet sites for unauthorized use of his music. But by targeting fan sites directly, Prince risks a backlash, and the sites have vowed to unite under the banner "Prince Fans United" and take the matter to court if necessary. "We strongly believe that such actions are in violation of ... freedom of speech and should not be allowed," said a statement from the three sites -- www.housequake.com, www.princefams.com and www.prince.org. A company helping Prince control his image and music on the Internet said the fan sites had spun the story so that it was "incorrect and misleading." "At no time is Prince suing his fans and this is not about freedom of speech," said John Giacobbi, managing director of Internet policing specialist Web Sheriff. "The current issue is one between Prince's record label and three unofficial Web sites and relates to the use of Prince trademarks and photographs, many of which are Prince's copyright," he told Reuters. Giacobbi said Prince was expected to issue a full response to the fan sites' statement later on Wednesday. FANS SEE THE IRONY Prince fans were surprised at the artist's threat to sue them, pointing out that the 49-year-old was seen as a pioneer of online music distribution. He won an Internet award last year for "reshaping the relationship between artist and fan." "The irony is that someone who has won that award is now challenging the very ethos of the Internet," said a spokesman for Prince Fans United. He added: "The intention of this is to drum up public support, not to damage him. The fan groups want peace, they don't want war." The sites, now featuring an image of a hand print with "pfu" written on it, said the singer had demanded the removal of fans' photographs of Prince-inspired tattoos and vehicles displaying Prince-inspired license plates. They urged Prince to reconsider his decision, but vowed to defend their position in court if need be. "The law clearly provides for displaying of images of a celebrity's likeness for newsworthy events or matters which are considered to be public interest," they said. Prince, behind hit albums "Purple Rain" and "Sign O' The Times," is known as a maverick in the music business. He performed with the word "SLAVE" scrawled across his cheek in protest against his then record label and changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol. Prince also gave his "Planet Earth" album away free with a British Sunday newspaper earlier this year, infuriating music retailers but winning plaudits from fans for innovation. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Oh, shit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 "Jeremy Jude" Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DueReflection Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 Big Mamma Jamma - thread closed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JUDE Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 "Jeremy Jude" You rang? I don't normally frequent these types of places. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 the internet has an "ethos"? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 Oh, shit. replace you avatar w/ a pic of the word 'slave' shaved into your sideburns. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 replace you avatar w/ a pic of the word 'slave' shaved into your sideburns.I was already working when you wrote that. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M. (hristine Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 that is the first time I've ever read those words together in a sentenceWhat do you make of a guy who is still painting your picture after 20 odd years? Painting based on this photograph: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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JUDE Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 That's what I thought. Don't you typically go for the places where you put the quarter in the slot? What's with the hate? But to answer your question, I don't go out for sex; I have it delivered to my door. 90 minutes or less. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 That's what I thought. Don't you typically go for the places where you put the quarter in the slot? and how do you know about that? MChris, that's a bit creepy...but your parka in that painting is pretty sweet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M. (hristine Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 I saw your Grace Jones pic post, Jude. And yeah, that photo was taken in the mid 80's. I dressed like this alot: Ah, the bad old days. Sorry to hijack. Carry on. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 You were in 'The Hunger'? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
M. (hristine Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 I wish. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 me too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JUDE Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 thirded Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 [quote name='JUDE Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted November 7, 2007 Author Share Posted November 7, 2007 No hate. What, a woman can't joke about such things around here? dayum.... who's your favorit porn star? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 who's your favorit porn star? Paris Hilton. She's hot. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 What do you make of a guy who is still painting your picture after 20 odd years? Painting based on this photograph: file-->save as Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted November 7, 2007 Share Posted November 7, 2007 That truly is a cool picture. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted November 8, 2007 Share Posted November 8, 2007 I saw your Grace Jones pic post, Jude. And yeah, that photo was taken in the mid 80's. I dressed like this alot: Ah, the bad old days.Sorry to hijack. Carry on. Next birthday, I am putting the time machine on top of my list. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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