Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted is being sued by an unsigned Dallas band for copyright infringement over the name of his new act - Echobrain. The Texan act, Echo Drain, are suing for $1 million claiming Newsted's choice of band name causes 'confusion' among music consumers. The band also claim Newsted used the name in order to infringe on Echo Drain's rights and material, including pirating a song title for his band's eponymous debut album.
Jun 21, 2002
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Former Metallica bassist sued by Dallas band over new name
Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted is being sued for $1 million by unsigned Dallas band Echo Drain, who claim his new act Echobrain causes confusion and infringes their rights.