LONDON (Reuters) - The estates of the British bassist and drummer in Jimi Hendrix's band can sue Sony Music Entertainment seeking a share of the rights to three classic 1960s albums, London's High Court ruled on Monday. Noel Redding and Mitch Mitch.
London’s high court rules that companies representing bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell can seek a copyright change, after signing away rights in 1970s
The estates of the British bassist and drummer in Jimi Hendrix s band can sue Sony Music Entertainment 6758.T seeking a share of the rights to three classic 1960s albums, London s High Court ruled on Monday.Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell joined The Jimi Hendrix Experience in 1966 and played on the
London s High Court permits a legal challenge by the estates of Jimi Hendrix s bandmates, Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell, against Sony. The lawsuit revolves around ownership rights to iconic 1960s albums, including "Are You Experienced" and "Electric Ladyland." Redding and Mitchell s descendants, represented by Noel Redding Estate Ltd and Mitch Mitchell Estate Ltd, seek a share of sound recording copyrights. Despite Sony s argument, the court s decision for a full trial in 2025 marks a crucial chapter in determining the collaborative contributions to The Jimi Hendrix Experience s timeless music.