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In a surprising turn of events, the members of deathcore band Orphan have launched a lawsuit against former bandmates who are now part of the group Peelingflesh, as well as music distributor CDbaby, over alleged copyright infringement.
This legal dispute traces back to a shared history in the now-defunct band Strangled, where members of both Orphan and Peelingflesh previously collaborated. The lawsuit, spearheaded by Jacob and Josua Mathes of Orphan, targets former Strangled members Mychel Soto and Joe Pelletier, who are currently active in Peelingflesh. At the core of the issue lies the ownership of Strangled’s music catalog—a matter that has fueled tensions since the band’s dissolution.
Fans have noted an ongoing saga of Strangled's music appearing and disappearing from streaming platforms, adding to the drama surrounding the case. This inconsistency has sparked speculation about the underlying legal disputes and the eventual fate of the band's discography.
The lawsuit also includes CDbaby, which distributed Strangled’s music. The Mathes brothers allege that the platform has continued to distribute and profit from Strangled's work despite unresolved ownership claims.
While full details of the legal documentation remain behind a paywall, the case highlights the complexities of intellectual property rights in the music industry, particularly when a band fractures and former members pursue separate projects.
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The lawsuit raises questions about the boundaries of creative ownership and collaboration, especially in a genre like deathcore, where intense artistic expression often blurs personal and professional lines.
As this legal battle unfolds, it remains to be seen how the courts will handle the claims and whether Strangled’s music will find a definitive home—or continue to exist in limbo. Fans of both Orphan and Peelingflesh will undoubtedly be watching closely.
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